--- title: "VM Backup & Recovery for Hybrid Cloud | Commvault " type: "WebPage" language: "en" url: "https://www.commvault.com/platform/vm-backup" date: "2024-07-24T10:30:27-04:00" modified: "2025-11-04T22:39:46-05:00" description: "Protect, back up, and recover VMs everywhere, cloud or on-prem. Granular restore, ransomware defense, and storage flexibility in a single unified platform. " image: "https://www.commvault.com/ogimage/fb/4458/" breadcrumbs: - name: "Commvault Home" url: "https://www.commvault.com/" - name: "Platform" url: "https://www.commvault.com/platform" - name: "Vm backup" --- # VM Backup - [Home](https://www.commvault.com) - Capabilities - VM Backup ## Unified Cloud-Native Data Protection for Your Hybrid Cloud Protect your entire IT ecosystem — across on-premises, cloud, and virtual environments — with a single, modern platform from Commvault. - [Start a trial](/free-trial) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/VMBackup_Hero_650x650.jpg) --- - [Overview Video](#Overview-Video) - [Benefits](#Benefits) - [Features](#Features) - [Resources](#Resources) [Free Trial](/trials/vm-backup) --- Overview Video ## Commvault® Cloud Platform Commvault Cloud powered by Metallic AI® is the first platform for true cloud cyber resilience, delivering the highest security, most intelligence, and fastest recovery. [Watch now](https://www.commvault.com/resources/video/overview-platform) Play Video ![Video thumbnail](https://play.vidyard.com/F8WNmjjWTfEJ94XCRKBELg.jpg) --- How we do it ## Comprehensive VM Protection for the Cloud Era --- ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Secure-Cloud_Crocus_RGB-6.svg) --- ## End-to-end protection VMs – on-premises and in the cloud. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cloud-Backup_Crocus_RGB-1-3.svg) --- ## Snapshot & application backups For optimal performance when restoring. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Flexible_Crocus_RGB.svg) --- ## Unique storage flexibility Ability to have on-prem copy for speedy recovery. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Constrained-Resources_Crocus_RGB.svg) --- ## Anomaly detection & air-gapped copies For ransomware protection. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Data-Transformation_Crocus_RGB.svg) --- ## Encryption of data in-flight and at-rest Role-based, SSO, and SAML authentication controls. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Workflow_Crocus_RGB.svg) --- ## Pre-configured and recommended plans Built in standards and protocols. --- CUSTOMER STORY ## Nevada DOT Selects Commvault See how the Nevada Department of Transportation simplifies backup operations and accelerates cloud transformation. [Read case study](http://commvault.com/resources/case-studies/nevada-dot) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerStory_NDOT_650x650.png) --- VM Backup PRICING ## Pricing plans built for businesses of all sizes [View all resources](/resources) --- | | Offered in 10-pack VMs | |---|---| | | $102.49 per VM 10-pack / month | | VMware | Yes | | Microsoft Hyper-V | Yes | | Microsoft Azure | Yes | | Amazon EC2 | Yes | | VMware Cloud on AWS | Yes | | Nutanix AHV | Yes | | OCI VM | Yes | | | Volume discounts may apply for quantities over 50 VMs | --- Our Reach ## Supporting more than 100,000 companies - ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_Adidas_320x160.png) - ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_SONY_320x160.png) - ![AstraZeneca logo](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_AstraZeneca_320x160-1.png) - ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_Merck_320x160-1.png) - ![ranstad logo](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_Randstad_320x160.png) - ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CustomerLogo_Panasonic_320x160.png) --- > “We have seen how the daily operation of backup and recovery tasks has become more efficient and, at the same time, more simple, since all types of backup are treated in the same way, regardless of their nature (databases, file systems and directories, virtual machines, …), from a single console.” > > Nobuya Osawa > > Director of Technology and Service Provision, TIREA > “With Commvault, we can build a defense mechanism to prevent cyberattacks and enable rapid recovery. With just a few clicks, we can restore a virtual machine or backups after an attack, which is vital in our line of work as a pharmaceutical company with very sensitive data.” > > Paul Vries > > IT Team Lead, Bilthoven Biologicals > “We selected the Commvault solution because of its ability to back up a huge range of applications, databases, systems and virtual machines, which is a real differentiator in the market.” > > Chowdhury Qamrul Huda > > Royal Green Limited > “With Commvault, we can build a defense mechanism to prevent cyberattacks and enable rapid recovery. With just a few clicks, we can restore a virtual machine or backups after an attack, which is vital in our line of work as a pharmaceutical company with very sensitive data. ” > > Paul Vries > > IT Team Lead, Bilthoven Biologicals --- VM BACKUP FEATURES ## Protection you need for cloud-native and on-premises workloads Cloud-delivered simplicity for fast deployment, rapid value, and effortless management. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/VMBackup_StatsOverview_650x650.jpg) --- --- ## Exceptional flexibility Commvault gives you the freedom to balance performance and cost across any storage environment. --- ## Zero-Trust by design Secure your hybrid cloud with an intuitive SaaS platform built for zero-trust protection and advanced cyber resilience. --- ## Automated simplicity Built-in standards and automated workflows keep your data protection always optimized and always on. --- VM BACKUp INSIGHTS ## Cloud-native data protection for your hybrid world. Simplify VM backup with cloud-delivered protection—so you can focus on innovation, not infrastructure. [View all resources](/resources) --- ## Exceptional flexibility Freedom to optimize cost and performance across any environment—BYO, on-prem, or in the cloud. ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Capability-VM-Backup_Unmatched-Flexibility_1088x870.png) --- ## Meet compliance requirements with confidence. End-to-end encryption, layered defenses, role-based access, and ransomware resilience—all in one platform. [Read the report](https://www.commvault.com/gc/itleaders) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Capability-VM-Backup_Meet-Compliance_1088x870.png) --- ## Hassle-free management Pre-tuned standards and intelligent automation keep your data protection optimized. [Learn more](https://www.commvault.com/resources/datasheet/identify-malware-and-prevent-reinfection-with-commvault-threat-scan) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Capability-VM-Backup_Hassle-Free-Management_1088x870.png) --- related resources ## Explore more platform resources [View all resources](/resources) --- ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Resource_GigaOm-Radar-2022_888x500.jpg) CASE STUDY ## Najm Protects Critical Data With Commvault How Najm safeguarded Saudi Arabia’s national accident insurance system and built a resilient, cloud-ready future. [Read case study about Najm Protects Critical Data With Commvault](https://www.commvault.com/resources/case-studies/najm%20) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/city-VM-Backup_888x500.jpg) DATASHEET ## Commvault® Cloud for VMware VMware VM Migration service provides an easy solution for migrating VMs from VMware to other hypervisors. [Read more about Commvault® Cloud for VMware](https://www.commvault.com/resources/datasheet/commvault-for-vmware) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Resource_Generic_888x500-16.jpg) DEMO ## Commvault® Cloud Backup & Recovery for VMs An overview of Commvault Cloud SaaS offerings with a walk-through of an Azure VM configuration and recovery. [Watch now about Commvault® Cloud Backup & Recovery for VMs](https://www.commvault.com/resources/video/commvault-cloud-backup-recovery-for-vms-configuration) --- see it in action ## Schedule a free demo See how easily Commvault’s cyber resilience solutions can protect, defend, and deliver uninterrupted access to your data. [Request demo](/request-demo) ![](https://www.commvault.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FooterPromoImagesTech-Guy-2-1.png)