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UrBackup

Backup and Disaster Recovery

Open Source
Self-hosted
OpenMSP Score
60
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Github Score
10M
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GNU Affero General Public License v3.0License
Mar 18, 2026Last commit
UrBackup is an open-source client/server backup system that provides easy-to-setup backups via an intuitive web interface. It offers file and image backups, client-side deduplication, and incremental backups with support for Windows, Linux, and macOS systems.
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Key Features

File and Image Backups

Comprehensive backup solution combining both file-level and full disk image backups for complete data protection

Incremental Backup Technology

Fast incremental backups through continuous folder monitoring and change detection for optimal storage efficiency

Cross-Platform Support

Native support for Windows and Linux clients with web-based management interface

Bare Metal Recovery

Complete system restoration using bootable USB/CD for full disaster recovery capabilities

Web-Based Management

Intuitive web interface for server configuration, client management, and backup monitoring

Pros and Cons

Pros

Free and Open Source

No licensing costs with full source code availability and large user base of 21,000+ active server instances

Comprehensive Backup Types

Supports both file-level and full disk image backups in a single solution for complete data protection

Fast Incremental Backups

Continuous folder monitoring enables very fast incremental backups by quickly identifying changes

Easy Setup and Management

Web-based interface simplifies server setup and ongoing backup management

Bare Metal Recovery

Complete system restoration capabilities using bootable media for disaster recovery

Cons

Setup Complexity

Initial server configuration can be challenging, especially for cloud deployments

Limited Network Backup

Cannot backup network drives directly, requiring workarounds for network storage

Basic User Interface

Web interface lacks polish compared to commercial backup solutions

Community Support Only

No commercial support available, relies on community forums and documentation

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