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TimeShift

github.com/linuxmint/timeshift Linux Apps Open-source project

Timeshift creates Linux system snapshots with rsync or BTRFS and supports scheduled backups, exclusions, and restore operations.

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About TimeShift

Timeshift is a system restore tool for Linux hosted on GitHub under the Linux Mint project. It works in a similar way to System Restore in Windows by taking incremental snapshots of the file system at regular intervals. These snapshots can later be restored to undo system changes.

You can create snapshots using rsync with hard-links or using built-in BTRFS snapshot features. You can enable scheduled levels for hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and boot snapshots, set how many to keep, and use exclude filters. Snapshots can be restored while the system is running or from a Live CD/USB, and rsync snapshots can be browsed with a file manager.

Timeshift is designed to protect system files and settings, not personal data. Home directories are excluded by default, though hidden config files can be included from settings. It suits Linux users who want a way to recover from system problems without affecting documents, pictures, and music.

Key features

  • Creates incremental system snapshots with rsync and hard-links
  • Supports BTRFS snapshots on supported BTRFS system layouts
  • Schedules hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and boot snapshots
  • Restores snapshots while running or from Live CD/USB
  • Excludes home directories by default with include options
  • Lets you browse rsync snapshots with a file manager
Best for: Linux users who want to revert system changes without affecting personal files.
Good for
  • Minimal setup with automatic scheduled snapshots
  • Offers both rsync and BTRFS snapshot methods
  • Restores system while keeping user files unchanged
Watch out for
  • Not designed to back up user documents and files
  • BTRFS mode needs Ubuntu-type @ and @home layout

TimeShift at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Windows
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
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TimeShift FAQ

What is Timeshift used for?
Timeshift takes incremental snapshots of Linux system files and settings so you can restore the system to an earlier state.
Does Timeshift back up personal files?
No. Home directories are excluded by default to keep documents unchanged during restore. Hidden config files can be optionally included.
How can snapshots be restored?
Snapshots can be restored while the system is running or from a Live CD/USB.
What snapshot types does Timeshift support?
It supports rsync snapshots on all systems and BTRFS snapshots on BTRFS systems with a supported layout.
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