# DirSyncPro

DirSyncPro is a Dockerized Java-based file synchronization utility that copies or syncs files to FTP, WebDAV, or local directories, including mounted SMB shares, with optional CryFS encryption. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/1217/dirsyncpro

## Description

DirSyncPro is a Dockerized Java-based file synchronization utility that copies or syncs files to FTP, WebDAV, or local directories, including mounted SMB shares, with optional CryFS encryption. It is suited to homelab and small-business users who need scheduled duplication or backup of files to remote or local destinations.

## Platform availability

Available on 1 of 9 platforms: Unraid.

## Health score

35/100 (Low), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 56 (last commit 193 days ago)
- Popular: 0 (0 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 35 (1 install platform, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/ich777/dirsyncpro/
- Official website: https://www.dirsyncpro.org/
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/dirsyncpro-0zt9p9g00n6tew?q=DirSyncPro
- GitHub: https://github.com/IgorBabalich/DirSyncPro

## Common questions

### What common configuration issues can cause DirSync Pro sync failures?

Sync failures, permission errors, and configuration problems are common. Resolving them often involves checking settings, updating permissions, and ensuring proper folder paths.

### How should I start DirSync Pro on Linux?

Run it from the command line with java -jar dirsyncpro.jar.

### Was DirSync Pro based on an earlier directory synchronization program?

Yes, it was based on Directory Synchronize, which was first released in February 2003 by Elias Gerber. He later developed it with Frank Gerbig and T. Groetzner.

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