Stop Paying Hot Prices
For Cold Data.
90% of your backed-up data is rarely accessed. Smart Storage Tiering automatically moves inactive files to cheaper storage tiers — saving you 40-70% without any manual effort.
Automate Your Savings
Define rules once, and BigMIND handles the rest. Policies can be time-based, file-type based, folder-based, or tag-based.
- Time-Based: "Move files older than 90 days to Cold storage."
- File Type: "Keep video files in Deep Freeze, documents in Cold."
- Folder-Based: "Archive /projects/* to Cold after completion."
- Tag-Based: "Files tagged 'compliance' stay in Deep Freeze for 7 years."
Average Storage Cost Savings
With automatic tiering across Hot, Cold, and Deep Freeze
Traditional Backup (all Hot)
$1,000/mo
100% Hot Storage
BigMIND with Smart Tiering
$330/mo
10% Hot + 30% Cold + 60% Freeze
Three Storage Tiers, One Smart System
BigMIND automatically analyzes your data access patterns and moves files to the optimal tier.
Hot Storage
For files you access frequently
Instant
Access Time
- Immediate file access
- No retrieval fees
- Best for active projects
Typical Use
Files accessed in last 30 days
Cold Storage
For files you rarely access
3-5 hrs
Retrieval Time
- 60% cheaper than Hot
- Free standard restore (3-5 hrs)
- Paid expedited restore (2-6 min)
Typical Use
Files not accessed for 90+ days
Deep Freeze
For long-term archival storage
12-48 hrs
Retrieval Time
- 90% cheaper than Hot
- No retrieval fees
- Best for compliance archives
Typical Use
Files for 7-year retention
Move Files Between Tiers On Demand
Right-click any file and move it to a cheaper tier instantly. Or set up automation policies to do it for you. No CLI, no complex workflows — just point and click.
- Right-click → Move to Cold or Deep Freeze
- Commitment periods shown upfront (6 mo Cold, 12 mo Deep Freeze)
- Bulk moves via automation policies
Need It Now? Expedited Restore
Standard restore from Cold storage is free but takes 3-5 hours. Need it faster? Purchase credits and use Expedited Restore to get files back in 2-6 minutes.
Standard Restore
Free
3-5 hours
Included in your plan
Expedited Restore
$0.03/GB
2-6 minutes
Min. $1.00 per restore
How credits work: Purchase restore credits in advance from your account settings. Credits are auto-deducted each time you choose expedited restore. Minimum charge of $1.00 per restore request.
Example Policy Configuration
policy:
name: "Standard Archive"
rules:
- after: 90 days
move_to: cold
- after: 365 days
move_to: deep_freeze
- retain: 7 years
then: deleteHow BigMIND Works
Simple setup, powerful protection
Define Policies
"Move to Cold after 90 days, Deep Freeze after 1 year."
Track Access
BigMIND monitors which files you access and when.
Auto-Migrate
Inactive files automatically move to cheaper tiers.
On-Demand Restore
Request any file — free standard restore in hours, or buy credits for expedited restore in minutes.
Start Saving on Storage Today
Smart Storage Tiering is included in all BigMIND Professional plans. Expedited restore available at $0.03/GB.
No credit card required • Cancel anytime • Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android