Syncovery 11.0.7

Syncovery is a Windows program designed to create backup copies of your computer’s data. It offers various options for backing up across multiple platforms and remote servers with ease. The intuitive interface of Syncovery allows you to quickly access its features and select the type of backup you need.

What makes Syncovery unique is its ability to upload data to the cloud or save it locally, based on your preferences. As a multi-platform tool, it provides several options for sharing data between different computers and integrates smoothly with major cloud storage services like Google Drive, Box, Amazon S3, Azure, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Rackspace.

Features and Highlights

• Synchronizes files and complete folder structures across different locations, like between a PC and a laptop. The 64-bit I/O ensures support for files larger than 4GB.
• Save entire sets of option settings as Profiles, allowing quick access to all saved configurations. You can even run multiple profiles with a single command.
• Detects Moved Files. If you’ve reorganized your folders by relocating files, Super Flexible File Synchronizer detects these changes and replicates them, for example, on your laptop—no unnecessary copying!
• Scheduler. Schedule data synchronization to a backup drive at any preferred time, daily or as frequently as needed.
• Smart and Flexible. If certain files are in use by other programs, the synchronizer will skip them initially, complete copying other files, then retry the locked files until all are successfully copied. You can set a time limit for these retries, which will only minimally impact CPU usage.
• Keep Multiple Backup Versions (optional). Instead of overwriting backups, this feature renames files until a selected number of versions is reached. You can specify where these older versions should go (same folder, a subfolder, or one specific subfolder for the profile).
• Database-Aware. To prevent data corruption with databases like SQL, the synchronizer will only copy files when it has exclusive access, ensuring the database server doesn’t operate on the file during copying. This feature works best when files are unused, such as at night.
• Recycle Bin for Older Versions. Unlike most programs, this tool can store overwritten files in the Recycle Bin, giving you a chance to retrieve them if necessary.
• Multiple File Masks (Inclusion and Exclusion). File masks are processed efficiently, avoiding any unexpected results, even with redundant mask entries.
• Select Base Folder Items. Synchronize specific folders without separate runs. Simply choose the base folder and select “Only Selected Items From Base Folders…” to include only chosen folders.
• Reduce Load with Obsolete File Folders. If you move outdated files to a specific folder, traditional synchronizers may copy them back from another device. By using the Select Base Folder Items option, obsolete folders are included for file moves but ignored for copying out.
• No Daylight Savings Time Issues. Exact 1-hour time differences are ignored if file sizes match, preventing syncing problems due to daylight savings offsets, even if they only affect certain files.
• Easily Resume When Disk is Full. Free up space, then let the software continue copying exactly where it left off, even mid-file.
• Unattended Mode. Allows automated operation without prompts. You can predefine which files may be overwritten.
• Optionally Create Exact Mirrors. If desired, you can create an exact mirror of your data, even if it involves deleting or replacing files with older versions.

FAQ’s

What platforms does Syncovery support for backups?

Syncovery is a multi-platform tool that supports data backups across Windows, Mac, and Linux. It can also back up data to various cloud services, such as Google Drive, Box, Amazon S3, Azure, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Rackspace. This flexibility makes it ideal for users with diverse storage needs across different devices.

Can Syncovery back up large files?

Yes, Syncovery supports 64-bit I/O, which enables it to handle large files greater than 4GB in size. This is especially useful for users who work with large media files, databases, or other sizeable data that requires reliable backup and synchronization.

How does Syncovery handle moved files?

Syncovery has a “Detect Moved Files” feature that identifies files moved within folders and replicates those moves in the backup destination. This prevents unnecessary copying, saving time and storage space, particularly if you frequently reorganize your files.

Can I automate my backup schedule with Syncovery?

Absolutely. Syncovery comes with a Scheduler feature that lets you set up automatic backups at specific times, whether daily, weekly, or at intervals of your choice. This ensures your data is regularly backed up without the need for manual intervention.

Does Syncovery support versioning, and how does it work?

Yes, Syncovery allows you to keep multiple backup versions of each file. Instead of overwriting previous backups, it renames files when new versions are created, storing them until a set number of versions is reached. You can choose where to save these older versions, such as in a subfolder or in the original folder for easy organization.

How does Syncovery ensure database files are backed up safely?

Syncovery uses a “Database-Aware” method, ensuring it only backs up database files when it has exclusive access. This approach prevents data corruption by waiting until the database files, like SQL databases, are not actively used by the server, making it ideal for scheduled backups during off-hours.

Can I retrieve older versions of files that have been overwritten?

Yes, Syncovery can use the Recycle Bin for older versions of files, allowing you to retrieve them if needed. This feature adds a layer of safety by not permanently deleting replaced files, unlike many other backup programs.

How does Syncovery handle conflicts with files in use by other programs?

Syncovery is smart and flexible. If a file is locked or in use by another program, Syncovery will skip it initially, continue with other files, and retry the locked files later. You can set a time limit for retry attempts, and during this period, Syncovery uses minimal CPU resources.

What is the Unattended Mode in Syncovery?

Unattended Mode in Syncovery is designed for automated backups without prompts or interruptions. You can predefine file overwrite rules so that the program can operate in the background without requiring any input, which is perfect for routine or large-scale backups.

Can Syncovery handle backups between computers with different daylight savings time settings?

Yes, Syncovery can ignore exact 1-hour time differences between files, which often results from daylight savings time adjustments. This prevents unnecessary resynchronization for files with identical content but a 1-hour time offset due to time zone changes.

What happens if the backup drive runs out of space during a transfer?

If the destination drive is full, Syncovery will pause the backup. You can free up space on the drive, and then simply resume the transfer right from where it left off, even if it was in the middle of copying a file.

Does Syncovery allow for selective folder synchronization?

Yes, you can specify individual folders for synchronization without running separate backups for each one. Using the “Select Base Folder Items” option, you can sync only the folders you select within a base directory.

Can Syncovery create an exact mirror of my data?

Yes, Syncovery can be configured to create an exact mirror of your data. This option allows for deleting or replacing files in the destination folder to perfectly match the source, ensuring a complete and accurate mirror.

Conclusion

Syncovery is a versatile and powerful backup solution, ideal for users who need flexibility, reliability, and customization. With its multi-platform support, advanced scheduling, and smart file handling, it adapts to varied backup needs across devices and cloud storage. Its thoughtful features, like file versioning, database-aware backups, and selective folder synchronization, ensure data integrity and efficiency. Whether you’re a home user looking for straightforward backups or a business managing critical data across multiple locations, Syncovery provides a user-friendly yet robust platform to keep your data safe and accessible.