PhotoBackup - Backup photos and videos via rsync 1.8

PhotoBackup offers a convenient solution for iOS users looking to securely upload and backup their photos and videos to Mac OS X or Linux computers. Without the hassle of USB connections or additional software installations, PhotoBackup simplifies the process effortlessly.

The user-friendly interface allows you to select a computer from the available list or input the host name or IP address manually. By entering your login credentials and choosing the destination folder with the built-in remote browser, initiating backups is straightforward. Simply press the green button to commence the task. Subsequent backups will only transfer new media files since the last backup.

Streamlining the backup process, PhotoBackup automatically saves all content from the Camera Roll, including images captured by the camera, imported from external devices, or saved by various applications. This comprehensive approach ensures that every photo and video receives proper backup protection.

Utilizing the efficient rsync protocol for uploads, PhotoBackup ensures speed and accuracy by skipping duplicates on the computer. Unlike traditional transfer methods like FTP or SFTP, rsync's checksum verification guarantees file integrity during data transmission.

For advanced users, PhotoBackup offers several customization options:

• Select specific photos and videos for backup instead of entire libraries.
• Opt to back up edited versions of photos in addition to original files for comprehensive protection.
• Control upload behavior by choosing whether previously backed-up content should be skipped.
• Create Time Machine-like snapshots for incremental backups that conserve space on the destination device.
• Configure connection settings, including rsync over SSH or direct connection to an rsync daemon with port customization options.

Compatible with Mac, Linux computers, and NAS devices by QNAP and Synology, PhotoBackup eliminates the need for additional software installations on these platforms. Enabling 'Remote Login' on Mac computers is essential for seamless operation.

To integrate PhotoBackup with Windows systems, consider installing cygwin with required packages openssh and rsync. Additionally, PhotoBackup officially supports online storage providers such as HiDrive, rsync.net, and Strongspace for expanded backup options.

The rsync client library integrated into PhotoBackup is a recently released open-source project crafted meticulously from scratch.