Backup for ParnasSys
ParnasSys does not automatically create a backup of your pupil records and learning files. Here is what is genuinely at stake — and how to protect it in under an hour.
((GDPR (education) — pupil file retention))
What is actually stored in ParnasSys?
ParnasSys is the daily operational backbone for many primary schools. What most users don't realise: all that data is not automatically protected against loss.
Typical data that lives in ParnasSys and can be lost:
- pupil registrations — pupil personal data, class allocation and school history
- learning progress — learning progress assessments and teacher observations
- special care files — special educational needs documentation and care plans
- pupil reports — end-of-year pupil reports and transfer dossiers
All of this data falls under GDPR (education) — pupil file retention, which means you must be able to reproduce it for 5–30 years.
Does ParnasSys automatically create a backup?
ParnasSys is cloud-based, so your data is safe — right? This is the most common misconception among primary schools.
ParnasSys guarantees that the platform runs, not that your data can be recovered after ransomware or errors.
Ransomware
Encrypts everything — including data synchronised via ParnasSys. Without an offline backup you have no clean recovery point.
Human error
A deleted record, an overwritten import or a mistaken bulk action — ParnasSys offers limited or no undo functionality after more than no standard undo.
Loss of pupil dossiers during school merger
When schools merge, data migrations between ParnasSys environments carry the risk of pupil dossiers being overwritten or lost entirely.
How Mindtime protects ParnasSys data
Mindtime connects directly to ParnasSys via a local agent combined with the ParnasSys API and creates continuous incremental backups.
| Scenario | ParnasSys alone | With Mindtime backup |
|---|---|---|
| Ransomware encrypts your data | x | ✓ |
| Employee deletes records | x | ✓ |
| Integration overwrites data | x | ✓ |
| Prove GDPR retention obligation | x | ✓ |
| Data on Dutch servers | ParnasSys cloud (Netherlands) | 100% Netherlands |
What if something goes wrong?
Imagine: it's Monday morning. ParnasSys is no longer showing data — ransomware encrypted the school's network server including all locally stored ParnasSys exports and pupil files. What now?
Alert received
Mindtime automatically detects that something is wrong and sends an alert.
Choose a recovery point
Choose the moment before the attack. Every increment is saved.
Local recovery started
Recovery starts directly from the local copy. No waiting for a cloud download.
Operational
Your ParnasSys environment is running again. All pupil records and learning files is intact.
ParnasSys and your retention obligation
Data you manage in ParnasSys typically falls under GDPR (education) — pupil file retention. That means you are legally required to retain those records for 5–30 years.
Mindtime stores all ParnasSys data exclusively on Dutch servers, fully within GDPR jurisdiction.
Mindtime is ISO 27001 certified and ISO 27001 where applicable.
Secure your ParnasSys data in five steps
Setup takes less than an hour. After that, the backup runs fully automatically.
Request a demo
We show you how Mindtime works for ParnasSys.
Install the Mindtime agent
The agent is installed on your server or workstation.
Configure the backup schedule
Set which data, how frequently and how long it is retained.
First backup + test recovery
We run a test recovery so you know it works.
Runs automatically
Mindtime runs fully automatically. We schedule a brief quarterly review.
Why primary schools choose Mindtime
100% on Dutch soil
Your data never leaves the Netherlands. Two redundant data centres within GDPR jurisdiction.
ISO 27001 + ISO 27001
Independently certified. Annual external audit on processes and security.
Hybrid backup: fast recovery
Local copy for fast recovery and cloud copy for disaster scenarios.
No vendor lock-in
Your data is always yours, in standard formats. You can switch or export at any time.
What is actually stored in ParnasSys?
ParnasSys is the daily operational backbone for many primary schools. What most users don't realise: all that data is not automatically protected against loss. Typical data that lives in ParnasSys: pupil registrations, learning progress, special care files and pupil reports. All of this falls under GDPR (education) — pupil file retention, meaning you must be able to reproduce it for 5–30 years — even after ransomware, a fire or human error.
Does ParnasSys automatically create a backup?
ParnasSys is cloud-based, so your data is safe — right? This is the most common misconception among primary schools. ParnasSys offers high availability — meaning the software is almost always online. But availability is not the same as a backup. ParnasSys guarantees that the platform runs, not that your data can be recovered after a ransomware attack, a deleted account or an integration error.
Ransomware
Encrypts everything — including data in ParnasSys. Without an offline backup you have no clean recovery point.
Human error
A deleted record or bulk import error — ParnasSys offers limited undo after no standard undo.
Loss of pupil dossiers during school merger
When schools merge, data migrations between ParnasSys environments carry the risk of pupil dossiers being overwritten or lost entirely.
How Mindtime protects ParnasSys data
Mindtime connects directly to ParnasSys via a local agent combined with the ParnasSys API and creates continuous incremental backups — in the background, with no action required on your part. Your data is stored on 100% Dutch servers, fully GDPR-compliant.
| Ransomware encrypts your data | ✗ No recovery | ✓ Restore from pre-attack snapshot |
| Employee deletes records | ✗ Limited undo window | ✓ Record-level recovery |
| Integration overwrites data | ✗ Cannot be undone | ✓ Restore from any point in time |
| GDPR retention obligation | ✗ No audit trail backup | ✓ Point-in-time restore + report |
| Data on Dutch servers | ✗ ParnasSys cloud (Netherlands) | ✓ 100% Netherlands |
What if something goes wrong?
Imagine: it's Monday morning. An employee notices that ParnasSys is no longer showing data — ransomware encrypted the school's network server including all locally stored ParnasSys exports and pupil files. What now? With Mindtime you are back up and running within 2–4 hours.
Alert received — within minutes
Mindtime automatically detects the problem and sends an alert.
Choose a recovery point — to the minute
Select the moment before the attack in the Mindtime dashboard.
Local recovery started — quickly available
Recovery begins immediately from the local copy — no waiting for a cloud download.
Operational — within 2–4 hours
Your ParnasSys environment is running again. All pupil records and learning files intact. No ransom paid.
Retention obligation for ParnasSys
Data in ParnasSys typically falls under GDPR (education) — pupil file retention. That means you are legally required to retain records for 5–30 years and to be able to reproduce them during an audit or legal request. Mindtime configures the correct retention period automatically and stores all data on exclusively Dutch servers — fully within GDPR jurisdiction. Mindtime is ISO 27001 certified — independently verified, not self-declared.
Secure your ParnasSys data in five steps
Setting up backup for ParnasSys takes less than an hour. After that, the backup runs fully automatically in the background — no manual actions, no maintenance burden.
Request a free demo
We show you how Mindtime works for ParnasSys — including the integration for your specific environment.
Install the Mindtime agent
The agent is installed on the server or workstation where ParnasSys is running. Average: 20 minutes.
Configure the backup schedule
Set which data, how frequently and how long — aligned to your 5–30 years retention obligation.
First backup + test recovery
The first full backup starts immediately. We run a test recovery together so you know it works before you ever need it.
Runs automatically — quarterly review
Mindtime runs fully automatically. Monthly backup reports and a brief quarterly review to keep scope up to date.
Why primary schools choose Mindtime
Here is why primary schools choose Mindtime for backup of ParnasSys — and why we are different from generic cloud backup solutions.
- ISO 27001
- NEN 7510
- GDPR-compliant
- Dutch servers
🇳🇱 100% Dutch servers
Your data never leaves the Netherlands. Two redundant data centres — fully GDPR-compliant. No US law exposure.
ISO 27001 + ISO 27001
Independently certified. Annual external audit on processes, systems and security.
⚡ Hybrid backup: fast recovery
Local copy for fast recovery (hours, not days). Cloud copy for disaster scenarios.
No vendor lock-in
Your data is always yours, in standard formats. Switch or export at any time.
Frequently asked questions about backup for ParnasSys
Have a different question? Ask us directly.
Does ParnasSys automatically create a backup?
ParnasSys offers high availability, but that is not the same as a backup. ParnasSys provides availability on their own platform but does not include an independent backup for schools. Mindtime adds an independent, immutable copy.
How long does setup take?
Installation and configuration takes under an hour on average. After the first full backup, all incrementals run automatically.
What does backup for ParnasSys cost?
The price depends on data volume and retention window. We provide a tailored quote after a short intake.
What happens when I want to recover data?
Choose the recovery point in the Mindtime dashboard — to the minute. Recover a file, folder or the complete environment. Average: 2–4 hours.
Is Mindtime compliant with GDPR (education) — pupil file retention?
Yes. ISO 27001 certified, exclusively Dutch data centres, retention configured for 5–30 years under GDPR (education) — pupil file retention.
Does Mindtime also work with Magister and Somtoday?
Yes. Mindtime works across your complete IT environment — not just ParnasSys. See also: backup for Magister and backup for Somtoday.
Protect your ParnasSys data today
ISO 27001 certified · 100% Dutch servers · Operational within one hour · No vendor lock-in
Free and no obligation. Average setup time: < 1 hour.