🔄 Synkron – Sync folders and files across devices.
Got folders on your PC and USB drive you want to keep identical? Then Synkron is an excellent free tool for local synchronization of folders and files—no cloud or pricey subscriptions required.
The app is open source and available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, and it’s ideal for keeping backups, documents, and project folders in sync across devices.
🗂️ What can Synkron do?
Synkron offers a range of features that make it easy to keep folders identical—for example, between an external hard drive and a folder on your computer:
- Synchronize: Choose two or more folders and keep them in sync
- Multisync: Sync multiple sources to a single destination folder
- Scheduler: Schedule automatic syncs at specific times
- Restore: Roll back to previous versions of files if you need to
- Blacklist and Filters: Exclude specific files or file types from syncing
The app also lets you set source and target folders so you can avoid unwanted file overwrites—a key feature for backups.
👨💻 Interface and setup
Synkron has a simple, technical interface that will appeal to somewhat experienced users, yet it remains easy to navigate. Features are organized in tabs, and getting started is straightforward. It takes a bit of know-how to configure multisync correctly, but for standard folder syncing it’s quick to learn.
There are no background processes running after installation—Synkron only starts when you need it. It’s ideal for occasional synchronizations or manual backups.
🧰 Who is it for?
- Anyone with folders on different drives who wants to keep them updated manually or automatically
- People who work offline and don’t want to use cloud storage
- Freelancers, students, and technicians who need simple local synchronization
- Linux, Mac, and Windows users who want an open-source solution
🧪 Our test
We tested the Windows version of Synkron on a Windows 7 64-bit PC and experienced no issues. The program installed quickly, required no configuration, and ran flawlessly when syncing both small and large folders.
You can download Synkron for Windows, Mac, or Linux via the link below, which leads to the latest official version.