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Description
BorgBackup, often referred to as Borg, is a deduplicating archiver that incorporates both compression and encryption features, ensuring space-efficient backup storage. It employs secure and authenticated encryption methods, alongside various compression algorithms such as LZ4, zlib, LZMA, and zstd (available since version 1.1.4). Additionally, users can mount backups using FUSE, and it offers straightforward installation across multiple operating systems, including Linux, macOS, and BSD. Released under the BSD license, Borg is free software supported by a vibrant and dedicated open-source community. This tool optionally enables both compression and authenticated encryption, with its primary goal being to deliver a secure and efficient data backup solution. By utilizing a data deduplication technique, Borg is especially well-suited for daily backups, as it only stores changes made since the last backup. The use of authenticated encryption ensures that it can be safely used for backups to locations that may not be fully trusted. A unique aspect of Borg is its content-defined chunking method for deduplication, which minimizes stored bytes by splitting files into variable-length chunks and only adding new chunks to the repository. The combination of these features makes Borg a powerful tool for users seeking reliable and efficient data protection.
Description
Restic is a contemporary backup tool that allows you to securely back up files from various operating systems like Linux, BSD, Mac, and Windows to a wide range of storage options, including both self-hosted solutions and cloud services. It stands out for its simplicity, being a standalone executable that requires no complex server setup or extensive configuration to operate. The program is efficient, as it only uploads the changed portions of files during backup operations, and it prioritizes security by employing robust cryptographic techniques throughout the entire process. Additionally, it provides users with peace of mind by offering features that ensure the integrity and recoverability of backed-up data. Best of all, restic is completely free to use and fully open-source, making it accessible to everyone. To ensure that users can always access their saved data, backward compatibility for backups is a key feature, and restic adheres to semantic versioning to clarify which versions remain compatible. Furthermore, the repository and its associated data structures are treated as the “Public API” under the rules of semantic versioning, reinforcing the importance of consistent data management practices. This careful design allows users to confidently manage their backups without fear of losing access to critical information.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
safes3
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Borg
Website
www.borgbackup.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
restic
Website
restic.net
Product Features
Backup
Backup Log
Backup Scheduling
Cloud Backup
Compression
Continuous Backup
Encryption
Incremental Backup
Local Server Options
Remote Server Options
Secure Data Storage
Web Access / Restoration
Product Features
Backup
Backup Log
Backup Scheduling
Cloud Backup
Compression
Continuous Backup
Encryption
Incremental Backup
Local Server Options
Remote Server Options
Secure Data Storage
Web Access / Restoration