Notifications can surface failed jobs, but only if delivery settings are valid.
Steps for Windows
- Open the notification settings available in Web Edition.
- Configure an approved SMTP or supported email method.
- Send a test notification if the interface allows it.
- Trigger a harmless test job and inspect its alert or status.
How to verify the result
You receive the expected status message in the intended mailbox.
Do not expose mail credentials or rely solely on email for backup integrity.
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 set up email notifications?
- Notifications can surface failed jobs, but only if delivery settings are valid.
- How can I confirm this worked?
- You receive the expected status message in the intended mailbox.
- What should I avoid?
- Do not expose mail credentials or rely solely on email for backup integrity.
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.
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