Déjà Dup BackupsLinux
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EaseUS Todo BackupWindows
Déjà Dup Backups as a Linux alternative to EaseUS Todo Backup
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Our verdict
Déjà Dup is a solid replacement for file-level backup needs but falls short for system imaging. It handles encrypted, incremental file backups to local or cloud destinations well, making it ideal for users who primarily need to protect documents and settings. However, it explicitly does not support full system images or disk cloning, which are core features of EaseUS Todo Backup. If your workflow relies on bare-metal recovery or partition cloning, Déjà Dup is insufficient. For users who only need reliable, scheduled file backups with encryption, it is a strong, free, and native Linux choice.
- License
- GPL-3.0-or-later
- Price
- Free
- Latest version
- 50.2 (September 5, 2026)
- Rating
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What works the same
- Supports scheduled, automated backups
- Provides incremental backup capabilities
- Allows restoring files from previous backup points
- Supports both local and remote/cloud storage destinations
What is different
- Déjà Dup does not create full system images or bootable rescue media
- Déjà Dup cannot clone disks or partitions
- Déjà Dup focuses on file-level backup, not bare-metal recovery
- Déjà Dup uses Restic backend, which is different from EaseUS proprietary engine
Opening your EaseUS Todo Backup files
There is no direct file compatibility between EaseUS Todo Backup images and Déjà Dup. You cannot open or restore EaseUS .iso or .img files in Déjà Dup. To migrate, you must perform a fresh backup of your current data using Déjà Dup. If you have existing EaseUS backups, you must manually extract the files from the image using a third-party tool on Windows or Linux before importing them into a new Déjà Dup backup set.
Switching from EaseUS Todo Backup to Déjà Dup Backups, step by step
- Install Déjà Dup from your Linux distribution's package manager or Flathub.
- Configure a backup destination (local folder, network share, or cloud service).
- Select which folders and files to include in the backup set.
- Set a schedule for automatic backups.
- Run an initial backup to populate the repository.
- Test restoring a single file to verify the setup works.
Key features of Déjà Dup Backups
- Uses Restic for incremental backups
- Encrypts and compresses data
- Supports local, network, and cloud destinations
- Schedules automatic backups
- Integrates with GNOME Files and Settings
- Offers easy restore from any point
- Simple GUI with minimal configuration
- Free and open‑source
How to install Déjà Dup Backups on Linux
flatpak install flathub org.gnome.DejaDupsudo apt install deja-dupsudo apt install deja-dupsudo dnf install deja-dupsudo pacman -S deja-dupsudo zypper install deja-dupFrequently asked questions
Can I use Déjà Dup to recover my entire Linux system after a crash?
No. Déjà Dup is designed for file-level backups. It does not create bootable system images or clone disks, so it cannot be used for bare-metal system recovery.
Does Déjà Dup support incremental backups?
Yes. It uses Restic under the hood, which provides efficient incremental backups. This means only changed data is stored in subsequent backups, saving space and time.
Is my data encrypted in Déjà Dup?
Yes. Déjà Dup encrypts all backup data by default. You must set a password during initial setup, and this password is required to restore your files.