FlashCards has it's own Account system that is designed to backup your data online. It's free and easy to set up.
Using the Online Tools Account, you can simply store your data there. It also opens up the ability to create your Flash Card Sets using the online tools at http://www.flashcardstogo.com. Make sure you back up your data on a regular basis. This ensures that if you drop your device and get a repalcement, that you can get back to studying in a matter of minutes. It also enables you to switch platforms and pick up right where you left off.
A FlashCards Account is NOT required. It's complimentary, on the house. You can use the app perfectly without ever setting up an account.
Registering an Account

1. From the Opening Scene, tap on "Preferences".
2. Tap on the "Register" button.
3. Fill in your Name, Email, Email Confirmation, and Password.
4. Tap the "Submit" button.
5. That's it! You can now store your Flash Card data in the Online Tools.

Logging In
If you replace your device or swap platforms, you can simply login to see your flash cards and download them:

1. From the Opening Scene, tap on "Preferences".
2. Tap on the "Login" button.
3. Fill in your Email and Password.
4. Tap the "Submit" button.
5. That's it! You can now backup your data to the Online Tools as well as download them as needed.

I Forgot my Password
You forgot your password eh? No worries, we got you covered:

1. From the Opening Scene, tap on "Preferences".
2. Tap on the "Lost Password" button.
3. Fill in your Email Address.
4. Tap the "Submit" button.
5. That's it! We will send the password to the email address on file.