# rsync
> Fast, versatile file synchronization and transfer over SSH

## Summary
Fast, versatile file synchronization tool using delta transfers over SSH

## Capabilities
- Synchronize files and directories efficiently
- Use delta transfers to minimize bandwidth
- Work over SSH for secure transfers
- Preserve permissions, timestamps, and ownership
- Support include/exclude filters

## When to Use
- You need efficient file synchronization between machines
- You want incremental backups over SSH

## Related Tools
- [rclone](/tools/rclone) (complementary)
- [unison](/tools/unison) (complementary)

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Source: https://littlescripts.sh/tools/rsync
