Regularly backing up your Mac with Time Machine can prevent data loss and allow you to restore earlier versions of files.

Time Machine is a free and native built-in backup feature available on all Mac models that allows you to create incremental backups, restore your Mac, and browse files.

Time Machine is Apple's backup system that automatically saves your Mac's files. Here's how to use the macOS file protection feature.

Restore a Time Machine backup to your Mac 1. First open the Apple Migration Assistant on your MacBook laptop or Apple desktop computer.

Apple Time Machine If you would like to learn how to backup your Mac using Apple’s Time Machine this quick guide will take you through the main points of using Apple’s backup system.