git-sync

git-sync is a command-line tool for backing up and syncing Git repositories to a local directory. It automates cloning and updating repositories so you retain recoverable copies in case of account issues, accidental deletion, or service outages.

Key Features

• Backs up all repositories from supported Git hosting services
• Periodic syncing support for keeping local backups up to date
• Multiple clone strategies, including bare (space-efficient), shallow, mirror, and full clones
• Concurrent syncing to reduce total backup time
• YAML configuration file for managing settings and targets
• Customizable backup directory layout
• Notifications on completion and errors

Use Cases

• Maintain an offline backup of personal or organization repositories
• Create periodic, automated repository snapshots for disaster recovery
• Migrate or mirror repositories across Git hosting providers

Limitations and Considerations

• Focused on repository-level backup/sync; it does not back up hosting-side metadata like issues, PRs, or wikis unless separately cloned/exported

git-sync is a lightweight, automation-friendly way to keep local, restorable copies of your Git repositories. It is especially useful for users who want a simple CLI workflow with configurable clone modes and concurrency for faster backups.