Windows VSS can help produce consistent snapshots of files in use where supported.
Steps for Windows
- Identify the application that normally keeps the file open.
- Check the edition's available Windows snapshot or VSS option.
- Run a small backup while the test file is open.
- Restore it and check application-level readability.
How to verify the result
The restored file opens correctly in its intended application.
A successful backup log alone does not guarantee transactional consistency for databases.
Why this matters
The practical goal is a recoverable Duplicacy revision, not just a successful-looking progress indicator. Keep your source, backup destination, Backup ID and necessary credentials documented. If this workflow changes your retention or storage configuration, verify a restore before applying it to important data.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I handle open files with?
- Windows VSS can help produce consistent snapshots of files in use where supported.
- How can I confirm this worked?
- The restored file opens correctly in its intended application.
- What should I avoid?
- A successful backup log alone does not guarantee transactional consistency for databases.
Primary documentation: Duplicacy Web Edition User Guide · Developer download · Last source review: November 2, 2026. This is an independent editorial checklist, not a claim of hands-on testing.
Set up your Windows backup
Choose the right edition, verify the installer, then test a restore.