[GH-ISSUE #186] Allow Backups Without Shared Folders #149

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opened 2026-02-27 08:14:37 +03:00 by kerem · 0 comments

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Originally created by @tdzandona on GitHub (Jul 8, 2025).
Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/lucascbeyeler/zmbackup/issues/186

Hello,

I would like to request a feature that allows users to create backups excluding shared folders. Currently, all folders—including those shared with other users—are included in the backup process. However, there are scenarios where users may want to back up only their own files and folders, without including any content that is shared with them.

Use Cases:

Users who want to keep personal backups without duplicating data owned by others.

Organizations with privacy or compliance requirements regarding shared content.

Reducing backup size and time by excluding unnecessary shared data.

Suggested Implementation:

Add an option or checkbox in the backup settings to exclude shared folders from the backup process.

Clearly indicate which folders are shared and will be excluded if the option is selected.

Benefits:

More control and flexibility over backup content.

Improved privacy and compliance management.

Potentially faster and smaller backups.

Thank you for considering this feature request!

Originally created by @tdzandona on GitHub (Jul 8, 2025). Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/lucascbeyeler/zmbackup/issues/186 Hello, I would like to request a feature that allows users to create backups excluding shared folders. Currently, all folders—including those shared with other users—are included in the backup process. However, there are scenarios where users may want to back up only their own files and folders, without including any content that is shared with them. Use Cases: Users who want to keep personal backups without duplicating data owned by others. Organizations with privacy or compliance requirements regarding shared content. Reducing backup size and time by excluding unnecessary shared data. Suggested Implementation: Add an option or checkbox in the backup settings to exclude shared folders from the backup process. Clearly indicate which folders are shared and will be excluded if the option is selected. Benefits: More control and flexibility over backup content. Improved privacy and compliance management. Potentially faster and smaller backups. Thank you for considering this feature request!