Quick Start
# 1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/KirobotDev/zbackup.git
cd zbackup
# 2. Install dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt
# 3. Run ZBackup
python main.pyCore Concepts
Creating Backups
ZBackup compresses your selected files and directories into a standard
.zip archive. Each backup is stored with a timestamp and can
be restored at any time.
python main.py
# Select "Create Backup" from the menuListing Backups
View all your existing backups with details like date, size, and name. This helps you quickly find the backup you need to restore.
python main.py
# Select "List Backups" from the menuRestoring Backups
Choose a backup from the list and ZBackup will extract all files to their original structure. A safe way to undo mistakes.
python main.py
# Select "Restore Backup" then pick a backupDeleting Backups
Remove backups you no longer need. ZBackup will ask for confirmation before permanently deleting any backup file.
python main.py
# Select "Delete Backup" then pick a backupTutorials
Your First Backup
Step-by-step guide to creating your very first backup with ZBackup from scratch.
Read the guide →Understanding the CLI
Learn how the interactive terminal interface works and how to navigate the menus.
Read the guide →Automating Backups
Set up scheduled backups using cron (Linux) or Task Scheduler (Windows).
Read the guide →Contributing to ZBackup
Learn the project structure and how to contribute new features or fix bugs.
Read the guide →Video Tutorials
Video tutorials are coming soon. Stay tuned for walkthroughs covering every ZBackup feature.