SyncTime
SyncTime is a macOS file sync and backup app that helps you keep folders, files, and backup copies up to date across local, external, and remote locations.
What is SyncTime?
SyncTime is a native macOS utility for file synchronization and backup. It helps users copy, mirror, merge, or move files between folders, including locations on the Mac, external drives, and Finder-accessible remote servers. The app is designed for people who want more control than simple drag-and-drop copying, with support for one-way sync, two-way sync, scheduled runs, and real-time monitoring of changes. SyncTime also supports multiple sources and destinations, filters for deciding which files are included, and backup options for files that are replaced or removed during a sync. For automation-focused Mac workflows, it can run from Shortcuts and AppleScript and can trigger custom scripts after sync tasks finish. SyncTime is published by Desairem and is primarily used as a Mac utility for keeping working files and backup sets consistent over time.
Key features
- Create one-way, two-way, and move-based sync jobs
- Sync folders and regular files across local, external, and remote Finder locations
- Run syncs automatically on schedules or when locations become available
- Monitor files for changes and keep backup copies updated in real time
- Use multiple sources and destinations in a single sync setup
- Filter files by names, tags, dates, sizes, or regular expressions
- Launch sync tasks from Shortcuts or AppleScript
- Run custom actions or scripts after sync jobs complete
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
SyncTime is a legitimate file sync and backup utility, and its file access behavior is consistent with that purpose. Because it can copy, overwrite, move, or remove files as part of user-configured sync jobs, users should review sync directions, deletion handling, and destination folders before running important tasks. If you use automation or custom post-sync scripts, check those scripts separately because they can perform actions outside ordinary syncing.
Recommendation: Keep SyncTime if you use it for backups, mirrored folders, or automated file synchronization on your Mac. If you no longer use it, you can remove the app, but confirm that no active sync jobs, scheduled tasks, or custom scripts are still part of your workflow before uninstalling it.
Common paths
/Applications/SyncTime.app
Support paths
~/Library/Application Scripts/org.desairem.uSync
Preference paths
~/Library/Containers/org.desairem.uSync/Data/Library/Preferences/org.desairem.uSync.plist
Container paths
~/Library/Containers/org.desairem.uSync
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