Comparing CodeTwo Move & Delete Watchdog: Features, Limitations, and Alternatives

Top 7 Tips to Prevent Data Loss with CodeTwo Move & Delete Watchdog

1. Keep the tool installed and updated

• Why: even though the tool is deprecated, running the latest available version (1.1.3.0) reduces compatibility issues.
• How: reinstall the latest build if you upgrade Windows/Outlook.

2. Use in combination with regular backups

• Why: Watchdog prevents accidental folder moves/deletes but not all failure modes.
• How: schedule regular mailbox backups (e.g., with CodeTwo Backup or your preferred backup solution).

3. Educate users about the confirmation prompts

• Why: users who habitually confirm prompts can bypass protection.
• How: train staff to read dialog text and cancel if the action is unintended.

4. Restrict risky actions for shared/public folders

• Why: moving or deleting public folders affects multiple people.
• How: apply Exchange/Outlook permission settings and limit who can modify shared folders.

5. Combine with versioning/retention policies

• Why: if a folder or items are lost, versioned backups/retention let you restore previous states.
• How: enable retention/versioning in your backup/archive solution and retain several versions.

6. Test restore procedures regularly

• Why: prevention tools and backups are only useful if restores work.
• How: run quarterly restore drills for mailboxes and sample folders; document steps and time-to-restore.

7. Monitor environment changes and deprecation risks

• Why: CodeTwo Move & Delete Watchdog is deprecated and may fail on new Outlook/Windows releases.
• How: track vendor notices; plan