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FolderRewind

Modern versioned backup for important files, projects, and game saves
Now with safer restore, better incremental chains, and plugin extensibility

Free & Open Source·Windows 10 / 11·WinUI 3
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Who is it for?

Whether you're a gamer, everyday backup user, or developer — FolderRewind has you covered

Gamers

Built for Minecraft hot backup and hot restore scenarios

  • Hot backup / hot restore
  • Auto-discover saves
  • MineRewind and KnotLink
MC Guide

File Managers

Versioned backups and safer rollback for important files

  • Improved smart incremental chains
  • Safe restore and rollback
  • Cloud sync and history management
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Plugin Developers

Extend FolderRewind's backup and restore capabilities

  • Plugin SDK
  • KnotLink IPC
  • Full restore takeover
Dev Docs

Core Features

From backup and sync to rollback, FolderRewind covers the whole safety chain

7-Zip Compression Engine

High-performance compression in 7z format — save disk space with faster backups.

Improved smart incremental

v1.5.0 redesigns incremental chain behavior and supports chain truncation for more stable restores.

Automation and remote commands

Use interval, scheduled, or on-startup tasks, and trigger forced full backups through remote commands.

Encrypted Backups

AES-256 encryption keeps your sensitive data secure.

Safe restore

In Clean mode, create a safety snapshot first and automatically roll back if restore fails.

History timeline and safe delete

Inspect, mark, rebuild, and delete history while reducing the risk of breaking incremental chains.

Plugin System

Plugins can deeply participate in backup and restore, and may fully take over restore logic for specific scenarios.

Mini Window

Monitor and instantly backup via the mini floating window while gaming or working.

Cloud sync and external tools

Invoke rclone or other third-party tools to sync backups to cloud or external storage.

Get started in 3 steps

From installation to your first backup in just minutes

1

Install

Use Microsoft Store first to avoid running two install channels side by side

2

Add Folders

Create a config and add folders to protect

3

Validate

Run at least one backup-and-restore test before enabling automation

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