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Timeshift

System restore utility for Linux creating filesystem snapshots using RSYNC or BTRFS.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars5.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
ValaBtrfs SnapshotsRsync BackupGtkDevops InfrastructureSystem Restore
Overview

Why consider Timeshift?

Timeshift is a system restore utility for Linux developed by Linux Mint. It creates scheduled snapshots of the operating system (using RSYNC hard-links or BTRFS copy-on-write snapshots), enabling one-click rollback from system breakages.

Guided learning

Learn Timeshift by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Timeshift

Timeshift protects Linux operating system files and system configurations without backing up personal documents, allowing instant boot-repair rollbacks.

Installation

bash
1# Ubuntu/Debian/Mint
2sudo apt install timeshift

Timeshift is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

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Timeshift FAQs

Timeshift is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Timeshift is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Timeshift is listed as an alternative to Windows System Restore. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.