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Backups

Backups in YTDLnis are compatible between different versions of the app as long as some major database changes haven't been made.

How to create a backup

  1. Go to More -> Settings -> Backup

General backup details

What's included in a backup?

  • Settings including app settings and source-specific settings
  • Download History
  • Downloads in Queue
  • Scheduled Downloads
  • Cancelled Downloads
  • Errored Downloads
  • Saved Downloads
  • Cookies
  • Command Templates
  • Shortcuts
  • Search History
  • Observe Sources

You can also choose which of them to exclude from a backup!

Restoring a backup

Restoring a backup can be done through the "Restore" settings.

Suggestions for backups

Its recommended to make a backup every time you try to update the app in case of an update failure, or when re-installing the app!