Online-only files in OneDrive folder not backed up by Veeam Agent for Windows

Force files to be local

There are two ways to force files in OneDrive to become local and protectable with Veeam Agent for Windows.

Force specific files or folders in OneDrive to be kept local.

1. Browse the OneDrive folder
   
2. Select the files or folders you'd like to keep locally
3. Right-click on highlighted files or folders and select "Always keep on this device."
4. Wait until the synchronization process finishes.

Force all files and folders in OneDrive to kept local

1. Right-click the OneDrive icon in the notification area or the File Explorer.
   
2. Go to Settings > the "Settings" tab.
3. Under Files On-Demand, clear the "Save space and download files as you use them" check box.
4. Click OK.

After that, all the OneDrive files will be downloaded to the computer and available for the Agent for Windows backup.