FolderSync Pro

FolderSync enables easy sync of files between cloud storage and Android devices.

FolderSync Pro

App stats

Version: 4.0.3 (Last updated: 2024-10-19)
Creation date: 2011-05-25
Price: 5.99
Permissions
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Wi-Fi connection information: view Wi-Fi connections
Other:
  • modify/delete internal media storage contents
  • view network connections
  • change network connectivity
  • allow Wi-Fi Multicast reception
  • connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
  • full network access
  • run at startup
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • install shortcuts

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App summary

FolderSync enables simple sync to cloud based storage to and from local folders on the device SD cards. It support a wide range of different cloud providers and file protocols, and support for more platforms are added continuously. Root file access supported on rooted devices.


Effortlessly sync your files. Backup your music, pictures and other important files from the phone to your cloud storage or the other way around. It has never been easier. Automation support using Tasker and similar programs enables fine grained control of your syncs.


FolderSync contains a full file manager, that enables you to manage your files locally and in the cloud. Copy, move and delete your files in your cloud/remote accounts. Support for creation/deletion of buckets in Amazon S3. Upload and download files from the phone. It's all supported.


Supported cloud providers
- Amazon S3 Simple Storage Service
- Box
- CloudMe
- Dropbox
- Google Cloud Storage
- Google Drive
- HiDrive
- Kolab Now
- Koofr
- Livedrive Premium
- luckycloud
- MEGA
- MinIO
- MyDrive.ch
- NetDocuments
- NextCloud
- OneDrive
- OneDrive for Business
- OwnCloud
- pCloud
- Storegate
- SugarSync
- WEB.DE
- Yandex Disk


Supported protocols
- FTP
- FTPS (SSL/TLS implicit)
- FTPES (SSL/TLS explicit)
- SFTP (SSH File Transfer)
- SMB1/Samba/CIFS/Windows Share
- SMB2
- SMB3
- WebDAV (HTTPS)


Change log
https://foldersync.io/changelog


Support
https://foldersync.io/support


FAQ
https://foldersync.io/docs/faq


Permissions

ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Optional permission that can be granted if Foldersync should detect SSID name on Android 9 or newer.
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Needed to determine current network state
ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
Needed to access info about the current WiFi state (SSID etc.)
CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE/CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
These two are needed to be allowed to turn WiFi on and off
CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE
Needed to autodiscover WebDAV, SMB, FTP and SFTP servers using Bonjour/UPNP protocol
INTERNET
Needed to access the internet connection to send and retrieve files
READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Needed to read and write files from and to SD card
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Needed to automatically start after reboot of device, so scheduled syncs will still run

WAKE_LOCK
Needed to keep the device running during a sync, so it doesn't enter sleep mode

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Extremely flexible and versatile for syncing to/from multiple devices and cloud providers
  • User-friendly interface with plenty of sync options and settings
  • Reliable performance with a solid reputation over many years
  • Active development and regular updates to improve functionality
  • Excellent customer service responsive to user queries
Cons
  • Inconsistent syncing behavior and occasional failures
  • Errors in connection settings and notifications that don't reflect actual sync success
  • Some users report loss of file metadata during syncs
  • Long initial sync times for large data transfers, especially over slow networks
  • Interface can be clunky and tedious to navigate with many sync folders
Most mentioned
  • Flexibility and support for multiple cloud services
  • Issues with syncing reliability and failure notifications
  • Need for better handling of file metadata
  • User complaints about interface navigation and usability
  • Improvements and active development noted by users
User reviews
I've been using this FolderSync for many years. I'd say 10+. the reason I keep using it is that it is extremely flexible. you can sync some from your phone to and from almost anywhere. my most "completed" setup syncs files from a computer, to my phone and then to a NAS. I also use it to sync photos from my pixel 8 to a NAS so my pixel 1 can download then from the NAS - and then my pixel 1 uploads them to Google using Google photos - and all pictures/videos are backed up at 100% quality

Update 2024: Remains one of the very few apps I use almost daily. This rsync wrapper does the job quite nicely and has plenty of options. Update Oct 2015: has become rock solid so upgrading rating to a 5. JUL2015: So far so good. Would be 5 stars except that I've seen a few times when updated files wouldn't sync. Not enough data yet to find trend for this seeming error. However having one button press to sync music, photos, data, whatnot to/from my server is very convenient.
by Richard Bischof, 2024-10-22

Exceedingly simple to use. Terrific app! One thing they need to change pronto is an error in "connection" settings for sync'ing a folder. You can tell the software to only sync when the device is connected to a particular Wifi SSID. But it throws an error. If you then disallow that very same SSID, then it syncs just fine. They have programmed the inputs incorrectly for these two fields and they need to be switched.
by Anand Thirumalai, 2023-12-26
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