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  3. What is a connector?
  4. What is a connector?
Cohesity Alta SaaS Protection Administrator's Guide

What is a connector?

A Cohesity Alta SaaS Protection connector is a logical interface that links source applications to backup storage in Cohesity Alta SaaS Protection. You can create and configure multiple connectors for each workload to meet your backup requirements.

Key features of Cohesity Alta SaaS Protection connectors:

  • Custom backup policies

    Configure backup policies to align with your organization's specific requirements.

  • Data deletion policies

    Manage data deletion for SharePoint Online, Teams Sites, and OneDrive using configurable policies.

  • Source archiving

    Optimize storage management by configuring archiving policies for SharePoint Online, Teams Sites, and OneDrive.

  • Scheduled backups

    Automate backups based on your organization's preferred frequency to ensure continuous data protection.

  • Exclusions

    Exclude specific files, folders, user data, or data types to refine your backup strategy.

  • Automated alerts

    Receive email notifications about backup statuses to stay informed and responsive.

  • App registration

    Approve multiple Microsoft 365 app registrations simultaneously using the App Grant utility.

  • Real-time monitoring

    Gain real-time insights into backup status, health, and progress for complete visibility.

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