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title: "Backup Tech — check charity number 1159168 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Backup Tech a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159168. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 1b Edward Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/backup-tech
retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:19:16.728Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Backup Tech is a registered charity (number 1159168) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £351,894 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Backup Tech?

Registered charity number

1159168

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

1b Edward Road

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£351,894

Website

[www.backuptech.uk](http://www.backuptech.uk/)

## What does Backup Tech do?

Providing grants to entertainment technology professionals, or their immediate family, who are seriously ill or injured. Grants may be used for basic living costs, medical related expenses, transportation, retraining, or funerals. Anyone is eligible for assistance who has earned their living in the industry for at least five years working behind the curtain, behind the camera, or on the road.

## What causes is Backup Tech registered for?

General Charitable Purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Backup Tech yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Backup Tech is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.backuptech.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Backup Tech a legitimate charity?

Yes. Backup Tech is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159168) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Backup Tech's charity number?

Backup Tech's charity number is 1159168. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1159168?

Search 1159168 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Backup Tech do?

Providing grants to entertainment technology professionals, or their immediate family, who are seriously ill or injured. Grants may be used for basic living costs, medical related expenses, transportation, retraining, or funerals. Anyone is eligible for assistance who has earned their living in the industry for at least five years working behind the curtain, behind the camera, or on the road.

Does Backup Tech have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Backup Tech. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Backup Tech?

Backup Tech's website is http://www.backuptech.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1159168).