Duplicacy revisions are selected by storage and Backup ID before files can be restored.
Steps for Windows
- Identify the original PC or source associated with the missing file.
- Choose the matching storage and Backup ID in Restore.
- Inspect revision history to find a date before the file changed.
- Expand the selected revision's file tree.
How to verify the result
The intended file appears in the selected historical revision.
Choosing an unrelated Backup ID can make files appear missing when they are not.
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 find the correct backup revision?
- Duplicacy revisions are selected by storage and Backup ID before files can be restored.
- How can I confirm this worked?
- The intended file appears in the selected historical revision.
- What should I avoid?
- Choosing an unrelated Backup ID can make files appear missing when they are not.
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.