SyncFolders is a simple yet powerful tool for backing up and synchronizing files. It helps users keep their data safe at all times by providing efficient ways to store it. Users can even create custom rules for folder synchronization that fit their needs.

SyncFolders is a freeware software that allows users to backup their application. It allows you to synchronize the content of two folders. With this, you don’t have to constantly copy files to save them as a backup. You can set filters for the synchronization operation and even choose the default actions that the app will perform when conflicts arise. The software also provides detailed logs of all synchronization operations, so you can easily track what has been synchronized and when.

Features of SyncFolders

• Supports two-way synchronization of files and folders.
• Can easily be used as backup tool.
• Shows a preview before the actual synchronization takes place. You can override actions if desired.
• Detects conflicts or file collisions when a file has changed in both locations since the last sync operation. Therefore, SyncFolders tracks file modifications and deletions in a local database.
• Propagates deletions and detects file renames.
• File comparison by date and size or by content.
• Default actions can be defined in case of synchronization conflicts.
• Integrates with Windows’ Task Scheduler to support scheduled synchronizations.
• Supports file and folder filters.
• Can handle long file names and files of any size.
• Synchronization from or to UNC paths is supported.
• Supports multiple synchronization rules in a single rules file.
• Deleted or overwritten files can be moved to the recycle bin or to a time-stamped history folder.
• History files can be deleted after a user-defined period.
• Unlimited number of files.
• Synchronization from command line.
• Can ignore one-hour timestamp differences caused by DST switch for synchronization to FAT file systems.
• Environment variables like %UserProfile% will be expanded.
• The volume name can be used for folders on drives like %LABEL:MyUSB%\Backup.
• Easy-to-use.
• Unrestricted freeware.
• No spyware, adware or malware.
• Portable, although .NET Framework is required.

Overall, SyncFolders is a great tool for anyone who wants to keep their data safe and organized. Its flexibility and user-friendly interface make it a great choice for both personal and professional use.

SyncFolders runs on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and 11 and also on the corresponding Windows Server versions. The .Net Framework should be available on your system. SyncFolders is available in different languages.

Alternative software, also freeware, is SynBackFree but far more complicated and prone to user errors.