FreeFileSync
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 FreeFileSync 6.7 running on Windows 8.1 | |
| Initial release | July 2008 |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 8.0
/ March 15, 2016 |
| Operating system | Windows, Linux, OS X |
| Platform | IA-32, x86-64 |
| Size | |
| Type | File synchronization utility |
| License | GNU GPLv3 |
| Website | www |
FreeFileSync is a free and open source program used for file synchronization. It is available on Windows, Linux and OS X.
FreeFileSync works by comparing one or multiple folders on their content, date or file size and subsequently synchronizing the content according to user-defined settings.
Reception
CNET.com staff praised the software for its intuitive and attractive design. It also noted: "This easy-to-use program makes file synchronization a breeze, even for novices."[1]
Since version 5.1 the OpenCandy platform is used to present an advertisement during installation and install related software unless the user declines.[2]
See also
- Comparison of file hosting services
- Comparison of file synchronization software
- Comparison of online backup services
References
- ^ "FreeFileSync editors' review". CNET.com.
- ^ "FAQ: Advertisement". freefilesync.org.