SyncFolder

SyncFolder is a Windows 10 application that backs up and synchronizes files between local folders and external devices. It supports USB, WiFi, and various network protocols for file transfer.

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• Basic backup. Makes one-way copies of selected folders to storage devices. Detects modified files by comparing dates and sizes.
• Two-way synchronization. Keeps the contents of two locations identical, applying changes in both directions based on detected modifications.
• Media import. Transfers photos and videos from mobile devices connected via USB or WiFi. Requires the companion app SyncFolder Photos for wireless transfer.
• Mobile cross-platform support. Works with Android and iOS devices through the companion app for importing media files.
• Multiple destinations. Lets you choose local drives, USB drives, network resources (NAS), cloud services (OneDrive, Dropbox), and FTP/FTPS/SFTP servers as the destination.
• Scheduled execution. Sets up recurring tasks with customizable time intervals for automatic synchronization.
• Mirror mode. Creates exact replicas of the source at the destination, deleting files that no longer exist in the source.
• Blind copy. Transfers new or modified files without deleting obsolete items at the destination, preserving historical content.
• Cut and paste. An option to move files instead of copying them, freeing up space on the source device after the transfer.
• Advanced filtering. Excludes subfolders, hidden files, or specific file types using patterns configurable for each task.
• Limited history. Optionally keeps up to 10 previous versions of modified files, stored in a designated location.
• Transfer methods. Supports four operating modes: mirror, two-way synchronization, blind copy, and file move.
• Simplified installation. Available exclusively through the Microsoft Store, which provides automatic updates and authenticity verification.

The application was developed specifically for home users, with a simplified interface and features focused on basic backup needs. It uses native Windows technologies for file handling and network connections. The initial version was published on the Microsoft Store with compatibility exclusively for Windows 10 and later. It requires no advanced configuration or technical knowledge for basic operations.

Alternatives to SyncFolder:

For SyncFolder there is 1 alternative program. Free: 1, paid: 0.

GoodSync

GoodSync is professional software for automated file synchronization and backup between local drives, mobile devices, NAS servers, and cloud services including Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Amazon S3, and SFTP.

Price: Free   Size: 75.8 MB   Version: 12.11.1.1   OS: Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, iOS