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This is a guide for setting up folder synchronization with an ownCloud instance using WebDAV with FolderSync lite on Android.

Setup the Software¶

• Begin by downloading FolderSync lite from the PlayStore and installing on the Android device.

• Get the WebDAV path from ownCloud, which can be found by logging into the ownCloud instance and clicking the option icon (usually a gear icon). Often it will look similar to https://cloud.example.com/remote.php/webdav/

Configure Account¶

• Now open the FolderSync app on the Android device and tap on Accounts and then Add Account.

• Select ownCloud
  • Enter a unique name: ownCloud
  • Enter the WebDAV address from earlier: https://cloud.example.com/remote.php/webdav/
  • Enter the username: user@example.com
  • Enter the password: SuperSecretPassword
  • Tap Save

Configure Folderpair¶

• Start by going back to the main FolderSync menu, then tap on File Manager

• Next create a folder called SyncFolder, this can be on the local storage or external SD card.

• Go back to the main FolderSync menu, and tap on Folderpairs

• Tap on Add Folderpair
  • Enter a unique name: ownCloud
  • Select the account created earlier: ownCloud
  • Enter the remote path on the ownCloud instance, then tap Select Folder: SyncFolder
  • Enter the local path to the folder created earlier: SyncFolder
  • Select the sync type: Two-way
  • Tap on Save when finished

NOTE: FolderSync is very robust in its configurability, such as scheduling and conflict management. So make sure to setup the extra options to suit your use case.

NOTE: FolderSync lite is free, however there is a paid version. If you like the software please support its development :)