Use a separate destination to avoid overwriting the current working copy.
Steps for Windows
- Create an empty restore-test directory on Windows.
- Select the storage, Backup ID and revision in Web Edition.
- Choose the separate directory as the restore destination.
- Compare restored files before moving any item back.
How to verify the result
The source remains unchanged and the recovered files are inspectable.
Old Native GUI restoration has a different setup flow from Web Edition.
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 restore to another directory safely?
- Use a separate destination to avoid overwriting the current working copy.
- How can I confirm this worked?
- The source remains unchanged and the recovered files are inspectable.
- What should I avoid?
- Old Native GUI restoration has a different setup flow from Web Edition.
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.