FSArchiver

File system archiver for backup and deployment

About FSArchiver

FSArchiver is a Linux command-line tool that saves the contents of a file system to a compressed archive file and can restore it to a file system of a different size or type. It preserves file attributes and supports multiple file systems, making it suited to system deployment and backup.

FSArchiver website preview

Live preview of fsarchiver.org via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.

FSArchiver: strengths & things to check

Strengths

Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
Covers backup, archiver, linux, open source — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.

Things to check

Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
It is one of 1194 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.

Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.

FSArchiver pricing

Pricing model	Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Free access	Yes — fully free
Current plan prices	Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale.
Official site	fsarchiver.org

FSArchiver key facts

Category: Utilities & Security
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: backup, archiver, linux, open source
Official site: fsarchiver.org

FSArchiver FAQ

How much does FSArchiver cost?

Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (fsarchiver.org).

What is FSArchiver used for?

File system archiver for backup and deployment Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: backup, archiver, linux, open source.

Where can I try FSArchiver?

On its official site, fsarchiver.org — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.

FSArchiver vs alternatives

	FSArchiver	BorgBackup	borgmatic	Clonezilla
Pricing	Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.	Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.	Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.	Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas	backup, archiver, linux, open source	backup, deduplication, encryption, archiver	backup, linux, borg, automation	disk cloning, imaging, open source, backup
Official site	fsarchiver.org	borgbackup.org	torsion.org	clonezilla.org
Directory status	Listed	Listed	Listed	Listed

Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 1194 tools. Alongside FSArchiver, it includes ArsClip, FOG Project, Parted Magic, Clipboard Master.

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Alternatives to FSArchiver

Tools in the same Utilities & Security category that share focus areas with FSArchiver — worth comparing before you commit:

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BorgBackup

Deduplicating archiver with compression and encryption

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borgmatic

Simple configuration wrapper for BorgBackup on Linux

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Clonezilla

Free disk imaging and cloning for deployment

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Foxclone

Linux backup and cloning tool with a simple GUI

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UNetbootin

Create bootable live USB drives for Linux

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Acronis

Keep systems safe, backed up and compliant

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More in Utilities & Security

Comparing tools in the Utilities & Security category? These related listings are worth a look: ArsClip — Free clipboard manager with permanent clips; FOG Project — Open-source network disk imaging and deployment; Parted Magic — Bootable disk partitioning and data rescue toolkit.