How to Exclude Folder in SyncToy & Stop it From Syncing

You can do that right from the pair options

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Published onJune 21, 2024

published onJune 21, 2024

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Despite its discontinuation, SyncToy is still widely used. Speaking of which, in today’s guide we’re going to show how to exclude a folder in SyncToy, so without further ado, let’s get started.

How can I exclude the folder in SyncToy?

Change pair options

Can SyncToy run automatically?

The software doesn’t have the option to automatically sync files, so you’ll have to manually run the sync. You can create a task in Task Scheduler that will sync with SyncToy automatically as a workaround.

To achieve this, you first need to create aSyncToy batch script, and then create a reoccurring task in Task Scheduler.

Where are SyncToy settings stored?

You can find all your SyncToy settings in the SyncToyDirPairs.bin file inC:\Users\WindowsReport\AppData\Local\Microsoft\SyncToy\2.0

Just be sure to replace WindowsReport with your Windows username.

Where does SyncToy store folder pairs?

SyncToy stores its folder pairs in the same location where it stores its settings.

Is there a SyncToy for Windows 11?

No, SyncToy was never released for Windows 11, and the software was discontinued in early 2021. However, the application can run if you install an older .NET Framework, but it does have a few bugs.

What is the replacement for SyncToy?

Although the software is discontinued, there are many greatSyncToy alternativesthat you can use on Windows 11 with FreeFileSync being the most popular choice.

As you can see, it’s pretty simple to exclude a folder in SyncToy, and it only takes a few clicks. Due to its simplicity, it’s no wonder that many are usingSyncToy for file backup.

Since the tool is discontinued, you might run into some issues, but we have a great guide that can help you ifSyncToy is not working, so try it out.

How to Exclude Folder in SyncToy & Stop it From Syncing#

How can I exclude the folder in SyncToy?#

Change pair options#

Can SyncToy run automatically?#

Where are SyncToy settings stored?#

Where does SyncToy store folder pairs?#

Is there a SyncToy for Windows 11?#

What is the replacement for SyncToy?#