Welcome to SyncBelt! In this guide you will find detailed information about this application; how it works and how to set it up, among others.

SyncBelt is a folder synchronization program: sync folders easily, without having to manually log in to your servers every time.

SyncBelt is really easy to install and use. There are no special requirements, no dependencies and no restrictive hardware limitations, except for a basic list of minimum requirements as seen below.

Check the how to... section, in case you need help, or contact us for assistance.

This documentation is valid for SyncBelt v2, available at syncbelt.com.

The requirements below list the minimal configuration. Any better hardware or newer software may be used. If you experience problems nonetheless, please do not hesitate to contact us.

To install SyncBelt, execute syncbeltsetup.exe and follow the directions that appear on screen. If an old version is found, it will be automatically upgraded. Old settings are preserved when possible.

To upgrade SyncBelt, install the new version without uninstalling your old copy. If an old version is found, it will be automatically upgraded, when possible.

To uninstall SyncBelt, open Windows Settings, locate Apps & features, select SyncBelt and click on Uninstall.

After the installation is over, SyncBelt runs on your system, ready to work. SyncBelt is web-based, which means you need to open it on your web browser. To open SyncBelt point your browser to http://localhost:2350 or http://127.0.0.1:2350.

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Create projects to manage your synchronization folders. SyncBelt allows you to create up to 15 projects.

To create a new project, click and enter your project details.

First, we will configure the folder of Origin, on the left side of the screen:

Now, move to the right side and repeat the same process to configure the folder of Destination. Click Save when finished.

Your first project is now ready. Check the Project Summary at the top. By default, files are synchronized by modification date, no destination files are deleted and no files are skipped. If you wish to modify the defaults, click on Edit and then click Advanced at the bottom of your project.

Advanced options allow you to modify your project's defaults:

After making changes to your project, check again the Project Summary at the top to make sure everything is configured as desired.

If you need to delete a project, open the Edit menu, select Delete and click Confirm.

In order to synchronize a folder, first you'll need to create a project. Once you have a project, open it and click Start at the bottom to begin.

The synchronization process has 4 different steps:

The Review step is the most important one. Double-check the list of files to make sure the synchronization process will proceed as expected. Files are checked or unchecked based on their resolution:

For resolutions, the source file (origin) is always the reference. Take this into account when interpreting the presented information.

During synchronization, you'll be able to compare files before proceeding which allows you to see specific differences between files.

After the simulation process has ended, you'll find this symbol to the right side of some files. Click on it to compare. These are the requirements in order to be able to compare files:

Rules are helpful to skip files during synchronization. For example, you may want to skip .tmp files or .git folders.

To create a rule, click on the Rules link at the top of the screen and then click on the New Rule button. Rules must include a set of conditions:

By default, rules require any condition to be met in order to be triggered, but you can change it to all conditions, at the top of your rule. Use the X button at the right side of each rule to remove it.

Unix-style permissions can be optionally applied to files after synchronization. Permissions only apply to remote servers and can be configured from the Rules screen. Use the X button at the right side of each permission to remove it.

To create a permission, click on the Rules link at the top of the screen, then click on the Permissions tab and then click on the New Permission button. Enable or disable permission settings by clicking on each button.

Create a new folder

Edit your project and click on , next to the folder path box. On the Select Folder window, select a folder and click on at the top right corner of the window. Type the folder name and press Enter to save, or Esc to cancel.

Compare folders without making changes

Create a new project and then click Start at the bottom. SyncBelt will show you a list of files with all the details. Click Cancel when finished.

Skip a folder or file when synchronizing

First, create a new rule and then edit your project and select the rule in the Advanced section at the bottom of the screen.

Duplicate a project

Open the desired project, then open the Edit menu and select Duplicate.

Duplicate a project as mirror

Open the desired project and click on

Compare files before syncing

Open a project and click Start. After the simulation step is done, you'll be presented with a list of files. Simply click on next to a file to compare origin and destination.

Export and import data

Go to Help and click on the Data button. Then select Export to save your sites and rules into a file. And select Import to import a previously saved data file with your sites and rules.

This privacy statement refers to the product SyncBelt. Please, check our online privacy statement for complementary information.

What information does Anfibia Software collect regarding SyncBelt?

SyncBelt is not an online service. SyncBelt is self-hosted software. The software is installed on your computer, and only you have access to it. We only collect the following anonymous data upon installation: country, operating system and product version.

What is done with the information?

We use anonymous data to keep track of product usage for product developement purposes.

How is my information protected?

The SyncBelt website and server use industry standard protocols to protect all information obtained including SSL encryption (secure socket layers), and hardware firewalls.

Why and how does SyncBelt use cookies?

SyncBelt does not use cookies.

How is SyncBelt protected from remote intrusions?

SyncBelt does not work remotely, only locally. SyncBelt does not require an internet connection to work.

What if I have a question or problem related to my privacy?

Please contact us at privacy@anfibia.net.

Consent

You must consent to this privacy policy to use SyncBelt.

End-user Software License Agreement

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