Everyday features

Keep a folder in sync on two devices

Make a folder identical on two devices in both directions. Older versions are kept for 30 days and conflicts never lose a file.

Available in preview 1 min read Updated Applies to
  • Windows
  • Android
  • Linux

Folder sync compares a folder on two devices and copies changes both ways. It runs when you click Sync now, so you stay in control of when data moves.

Steps

  1. Allow folder sync on both devices

    Each device must allow Folder sync for the other one in its permissions (off by default).

  2. Add the folder on both sides

    On the PC open Folder sync › Add a folder. On Android tap Folder sync › Add folder. Give the folder the same name on both devices.

  3. Sync

    Click Sync now. New, changed and deleted files are carried over in both directions.

Versions and conflicts

Replaced or deleted files are kept for 30 days in a hidden .pdb-versions folder. If the same file changed on both sides, the newer one wins and the other copy is kept, so nothing is lost.

Good to know

  • On Android, synced folders live in the app’s own storage (Sync/<name>). Use the app to add, open or share files there.
  • Command line: pdb sync.