Remotely Save
Sync your vault across devices for free using S3, Dropbox, OneDrive, Backblaze B2, or WebDAV. The #1 alternative to Obsidian's paid Sync.
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Overview
Sync your vault across devices for free using S3, Dropbox, OneDrive, Backblaze B2, or WebDAV. The #1 alternative to Obsidian's paid Sync. It is most useful when you want to choose your own remote storage instead of committing the vault to one sync provider. The practical value is a repeatable workflow that remains visible in ordinary Markdown or Obsidian's own interface, rather than an isolated feature added without a plan.
How to Install Remotely Save
- 1Open Obsidian Settings, select Community plugins, and confirm Restricted mode is disabled.
- 2Search the community catalog for Remotely Save, install it, and enable it.
- 3Open the plugin settings and review its defaults before using it on existing notes.
- 4Test the workflow in a copied note or disposable vault, then inspect the resulting files.
How to Use Remotely Save
Configure one supported remote target, run a manual synchronization on a small test folder, inspect both copies, and only then enable any scheduled sync behavior. Keep the same encryption and path settings on every device.
When Remotely Save Helps
It is most useful when you want to choose your own remote storage instead of committing the vault to one sync provider.
A Safe First Workflow
Configure one supported remote target, run a manual synchronization on a small test folder, inspect both copies, and only then enable any scheduled sync behavior. Keep the same encryption and path settings on every device.
Limits and Checks
- A sync tool is not a versioned backup. Conflicting edits, incorrect remote paths, or mismatched encryption settings can still overwrite or duplicate files.
- Keep a recoverable vault backup before enabling automation or bulk changes.
Details
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Sources and Documentation
This guide was checked against the creator's repository and primary documentation.
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