Restic-Browser
Restic-Browser is a desktop utility for browsing restic backup repositories and restoring selected files or folders on macOS.
What is Restic-Browser?
Restic-Browser is a graphical backup utility that helps users open existing restic repositories, inspect snapshots, and restore specific files or folders without working directly in the command line. It is designed for people who already use restic and want a simpler way to review backup contents before recovering data. The app supports local and remote repositories, lets you navigate snapshot contents, and can restore items to a chosen destination. It can also export selected files or folders as ZIP archives and open selected files with your Mac’s default apps. Restic-Browser is published by Eduard Mueller and is available for macOS as a native desktop app for backup-browsing and recovery workflows.
Key features
- Browse snapshots and file trees from existing restic repositories.
- Restore selected files or folders to a location you choose.
- Export selected files or folders as ZIP archives.
- Open selected files with the default app on your Mac.
- Connect to local and remote restic repositories.
- Save repository location presets for quicker access.
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Restic-Browser is a legitimate backup-recovery tool for restic repositories. It needs access to the backup locations you open and to folders where you restore or export files, which is normal for this kind of app. Restored or previewed files may contain sensitive personal data from your backups, so use trusted repository sources and choose restore locations carefully. The app also depends on the restic tool being installed separately for normal operation.
Recommendation: Keep Restic-Browser if you use restic backups and want a simpler way to browse snapshots or recover selected files. If you no longer use restic or prefer command-line restore workflows, you can remove it without affecting macOS itself, though you may lose saved app settings or location presets.
Common paths
/Applications/Restic-Browser.app
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