Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch STHH1000400 1 TB Portable Hard Drive - External - Black

Name: Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch STHH1000400 1 TB Portable Hard Drive - External - Black
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B07LGPFF1D

Status: Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch STHH1000400 1 TB… (1TB hard drive): Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 16:20 UTC. Closest in-stock match (same 1TB hard drive): Seagate One Touch, $99.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 16:15 UTC (price may vary). eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch STHH1000400 1 TB Portable Hard Drive: Password-activated hardware encryption built into the drive, no third-party software needed; main trade-off: 1 TB fills fast if you shoot 4K video or store large game libraries.

Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 16:20 UTC

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Currently unavailable on Amazon. Not the same product — 3 in-stock alternatives with matching specs:

Same 1TB hard drive: Seagate One Touch — $99.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 16:15 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $99.99

Same 1TB hard drive: Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive… — $123.55 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 06:15 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $123.55

Same 1TB hard drive: Seagate Portable Drive — $40.64 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 08:15 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $40.64

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Password-activated hardware encryption built into the drive, no third-party software needed
✓ Works with both USB-C and USB 3.0 laptops without an adapter
✓ Two-year limited warranty plus Rescue Data Recovery Services included
✓ Bundled 1-yr Mylio Create and 4-mo Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan
✓ Scheduled daily, weekly, or monthly backups set up in one click

Cons

✗ 1 TB fills fast if you shoot 4K video or store large game libraries
✗ Reformatting required before it will work with Apple Time Machine
✗ Spinning platter drive, so slower than an equivalently priced portable SSD
✗ Software bundle must be redeemed within 1 year of registration, and is unavailable in China

Manufacturer description

The Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch STHH1000400 is a 1 TB portable hard drive built for people who want their backups locked down without extra software hassle. Password-activated hardware encryption sits on the drive itself, so photos, video projects, and tax documents stay protected even if the drive walks off. The tone-on-tone fabric shell is a departure from the usual glossy plastic, and the drive ships ready for both USB-C and USB 3.0 machines, so a modern laptop and an older desktop can share it without an adapter hunt. Setup is single-click: back up on demand or schedule daily…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Seagate Backup Plus Ultra Touch hold?

This model (STHH1000400) is the 1 TB version. That is roughly 200,000 photos at 5 MB each, or about 20 hours of 4K footage, depending on your camera's bitrate.

Does it work with a Mac and Time Machine?

It is plug-and-play on both Windows and Mac out of the box, but Seagate notes that reformatting may be required before you can use it with Time Machine.

Is the encryption real hardware encryption or just a password prompt?

Seagate lists it as password-activated hardware encryption handled on the drive, so you do not need to install a separate encryption program to lock the contents.

What warranty and data recovery coverage comes with it?

A two-year limited warranty is included, along with Rescue Data Recovery Services. Check the product listing for the current terms that apply to your region.

Will it connect to a newer USB-C only laptop?

Yes. Seagate designed it to work with both USB-C and USB 3.0 laptops and PCs, so it covers modern thin laptops and older desktop ports alike.

Key Features

SECURITY FIRST: Securely and easily manage photos, videos, movies, and more with password activated hardware encryption
STYLISH AND SPACIOUS: Stylish tone-on-tone fabric design works seamlessly with USB-C and USB 3.0 laptops and PCs
PLUG AND PLAY: The perfect external hard drive for Windows or Mac, simply back up files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups (Reformatting may be required for use with Time Machine)
MYLIO AND ADOBE: Edit, manage, and share photos with a 1-yr. complimentary subscription to Mylio Create and a 4-mo. membership to Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan (must redeem within 1-yr. of drive registration; not available in China)
RELIABLE: Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included two-year limited warranty and Rescue Data Recovery Services

Full Specifications

Brand	Seagate
Color	Black
RELIABLE	Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included two-year limited warranty and Rescue Data Recovery Services
Item Width	7.8 centimeters
Model Name	Backup Plus Ultra Touch
Read Speed	120 megabytes_per_second
Unit Count	1 Count
Form Factor	Portable
Item Length	11.5 centimeters
Media Speed	100 megabytes_per_second
Connectivity	USB-C
Model Number	STHH1000400
Compatibility	Mac
Built-In Media	Backup Plus Ultra Touch Portable Drive
Item Type Name	Hard Drive
SECURITY FIRST	Securely and easily manage photos, videos, movies, and more with password activated hardware encryption
Hard-Drive Size	1 TB
Mfr Part Number	STHH1000400
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Portable

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