Create an Account The first step to be able to use B2 Cloud Storage is to create an account on Backblaze. If you already have a login at backblaze.com, you can jump ahead and get the command-line tool Once you have an account, click on 'My Settings' to see your account settings, then check the 'B2 Cloud Storage' box under 'Enabled Products'. I work at Backblaze. I'm already looking into this, but it would be awesome if you could PM me the email address you use to sign into Backblaze. It helps me figure out where your login would be 'routed'. Internally we have three different 'clusters' where user accounts reside, and it just helps narrow it down.

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Backblaze provides a fantastic set of command-line utilities which make it ideal for deploying and managing through Addigy. The first step of successfully using Backblaze and Addigy together is getting a solid installation.

The best way to install Backblaze is by creating a Custom Software item with your organization's Backblaze settings included. You can learn more about creating a basic Custom Software item in our article Creating Custom Software.

We'll go over the necessary scripts in a moment. But for now, it should look something like this:

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Just a title, icon, and the installer .dmg file are added so far.

Now, there are three scripts which we can add to this installation: condition, install, and removal. The condition and install scripts are mandatory for this item to function properly on a policy level.

The Installation script will look like this:

Note: This method stores your Backblaze password in plain text within Addigy. Any users with access to your Custom Software items will be able to see this text.

If you are concerned with the security of your Backblaze account with this method, you can remove the $login and $password portions of the installation and sign in to Backblaze manually, or let your end-user sign in for themselves.

The Condition script looks like this:

This is the simplest condition that functions properly. A more complex condition could be designed to check the specific version of Backblaze and upgrade the software if an older version is detected.

Also, make sure the Condition field has the Install on Success toggled ON:

Finally, if you'd like to remove Backblaze when it is removed from a policy, then add this Removal script to your Custom Software:

Confirm and Deploy the changes you've made to this Custom Software. It is highly recommended that you use a test policy and machine to ensure that Custom items in the Catalog are robust and effective before pushing them to your production devices.

Huge thanks to Benjamin Morales, @bmorales on MacAdmins, for his scripts which were adapted for use in this article.

If you have an Addigy account and have additional questions, you can create a ticket by emailing support@addigy.com.

Alternatively, you can submit a support request within Addigy.

Backblaze is a low-cost data storage provider that offers cloud storage and computer backups. It has four data centers, three of which are in the U.S. It is a direct competitor to services like Microsoft’s Azure and Amazon’s S3.

While it is an affordable option, the 30-day deletion policy and slow restoration feature drive away many users.

Cancel BackBlaze On Your Own

Canceling Backblaze should be simple enough. There are three methods you can use to cancel:

• Deleting your Backblaze backup
• Sending an email
• Deleting your account

Cancel by Deleting Your Backblaze Backup

To delete your backup, you have to:

1. Log in to your account
2. Go to Preferences
3. Find the backup you want to delete
4. Next to it, press Delete Backup and confirm
5. Go to Overview
6. Select Delete next to the unused license

This will cancel the online backup service. If you’ve registered multiple backups, you have to delete all of them to get rid of your subscription.

Cancel by Sending an Email

If you want to cancel by email, simply send a cancelation request to helpme@backblaze.com. Make sure to include relevant contact information that will let the service identify you.

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Cancel by Deleting Your Account

You can also choose to delete your account directly. Deleting it will make it impossible to access any data stored in the account, but it will cancel the subscription. To delete a Backblaze account, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to your account
2. Go to My Settings
3. At the top of the page, press Delete Account
4. Confirm

Remember to download necessary backups before you delete your account.

These are the different ways you can cancel your Backblaze subscription:

Does Backblaze Offer Prorated Refunds Upon Cancelation?

No. You won’t receive a refund after canceling BackBlaze before the end of the billing period.

Cancel Backblaze With Ease by Using DoNotPay

There’s no easier way to cancel a service than with DoNotPay’s help. Our app can get rid of any subscription in just a few minutes. To cancel Backblaze, follow these steps:

1. Open DoNotPay in your web browser
2. Choose the Find Hidden Money option
3. Type in BackBlaze

After you confirm, DoNotPay will cancel the service. You won’t have to worry about getting further charges from Backblaze.

Monitor All Your Subscriptions With DoNotPay

It’s easy to lose track of the services you’re paying for. We all use dozens of subscriptions for various things, which lets a few of them go under the radar when we don’t need them.

The average American spends over $300 on unused subscriptions. It’s wasted money that could be used for something else.

DoNotPay can help you track your subscriptions. To start using the feature, connect your email or bank account to DoNotPay, and it will start monitoring your paid subscriptions. When you see one that you want to cancel, do it from the convenience of the app. It’s going to take you only minutes, and you won’t have to worry about wasting money on something you don’t use.

Are There Other Services Like Backblaze Worth Considering?

Cloud storage companies are plentiful. You shouldn’t have any difficulties finding an alternative to Backblaze after you’ve canceled their service. Here are a few services that might interest you.

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Let DoNotPay Assist You With Daily Tasks

DoNotPay doesn’t just cancel services for you. We also help you with a variety of other tasks you might find difficult. Do you want to lower your cable bills? DoNotPay has you covered. The app will also show you how to stop robocallers and dispute parking tickets.

After opening the app in your web browser, you’ll be greeted with quite a few helpful features.

Here are some examples of tasks we simplify for our users:

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• Disputing traffic tickets
• Getting refunds for delayed or canceled flights
• Fighting speeding tickets