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Release Notes - inSync Client & inSync Web

Applicable to inSync Client versions-

Windows - v7.0.x & above | macOS - v6.5.1 & above | Linux - v5.9.x & above

August 18, 2026

Feature

inSync Client v8.1.3 for GovCloud

The inSync Client v8.1.3 update has been released for macOS and Windows operating systems and includes minor bug fixes along with below enhancement.

Simplified Installation on Windows devices: A dedicated inSync Client package for GovCloud eliminates the need to select inSync GovCloud from the drop-down during manual activation, making activation faster and easier.

Customer Action:

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection. For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.

  3. On macOS, the inSync Client and inSyncDataplane need Location Services permission to effectively regulate network connections (allow/block) for backup activities.
    To enable, navigate to Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services.

Revision Details

Product

Details

v8.1.3

Windows: 8.1.3r111022

macOS: 8.1.3r110967

Download the latest inSync Client here.

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

August 12, 2026

Enhancement

inSync Client v8.1.4 for Windows

The inSync Client v8.1.4 is now available for Windows operating systems that include infrastructural enhancements.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection to upgrade to v8.1.4. For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.

Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.4

Windows: 8.1.4r111026

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

Download the latest inSync Client here.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

Enhancement

inSync Client v8.1.4 for macOS

The inSync Client v8.1.4 is now available for macOS. This release includes important security enhancements and infrastructure changes to strengthen data protection.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.

  3. After installation, both inSync Client and inSyncDataplane require Location access to manage network connections for backups (allow or block). To enable, navigate to: Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services.

Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.4

macOS: 8.1.4r110968

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

Download the latest inSync Client here.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

Enhancement

inSync Client v8.1.0 for Linux

inSync Client v8.1.0 is now available for Ubuntu and RHEL operating systems. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

  • Enhanced security structure: Ensures stronger protection and adherence to higher security standards.

  • Support for latest OS versions: Adds support for Ubuntu 26.04 and RHEL 10.2, enabling customers to use inSync Client v8.1.0 on these latest operating system versions.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Customer Action Required: Upgrade to inSync Client v8.1.0.

Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.0

Linux: 8.1.0r100980

Download the latest inSync Client here.

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

July 01, 2026

Feature

inSync Client v8.1.3 for Cloud

The inSync Client v8.1.3 update has been released for macOS and Windows, featuring the following improvement:

Claude Desktop Data Integration

You can now backup and restore Claude desktop/ CLI data If the Administrator has enabled Claude backup for your device. These applications are integrated into the backup folders visible within the inSync Client.


📝 NOTE

The Claude Data Protection feature is in a limited availability phase. To request and enable this feature, contact your Account Manager or Support.


Here is a glimpse

Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.

  3. On macOS, the inSync Client and inSyncDataplane need Location Services permission to effectively regulate network connections (allow/block) for backup activities.
    To enable, navigate to Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services.

Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.3

Windows: 8.1.3r111021

macOS: 8.1.3r110967

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

Download the latest inSync Client here.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

June 27, 2026

Feature

Protect Claude Desktop Data

You can now backup and restore Claude desktop app data if your Administrator has configured the Claude backup on your device.

What's New

  • Claude Desktop applications are now displayed within the backup folders available in the inSync Client.

  • You can browse backed-up Claude Desktop application data directly from the inSync Client and inSync web.

  • Granular restore support is now available, allowing you to restore specific files and folders associated with Claude Desktop applications instead of performing a full restore.

Benefits

  • Quickly locate Claude Desktop application backups from a single interface.

  • Protect multiple Claude Desktop user accounts (UIDs) configured on the same device and restore each account independently.

  • Restore only the required application data, reducing recovery time and effort.

  • Gain greater control and flexibility when restoring Claude Desktop application content.

For more information see Restore Claude Desktop Data.


📝 Note

The Claude App data backup is supported on below inSync Client versions:

  • Windows: v8.1.3 and above

  • Mac: v8.1.3 and above


April 17, 2026

Feature

inSync Client v8.0.0 for Linux

inSync Client v8.0.0 is now available for Ubuntu and RHEL operating systems. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

  • Enhanced security structure: Ensures stronger protection and adherence to higher security standards.

  • Self-Healing & Resilient: Provides greater reliability by detecting internal process interruptions including those caused by antivirus software and automatically restarting itself. Backups resume seamlessly without any user or admin action, ensuring a consistent and stable experience.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Customer Action Required: No

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

March 21, 2026

Enhancement

inSync Client v8.1.1 for Windows

inSync Client v8.1.1 is now available for Windows operating system and includes minor bug fixes.

Customer Action:

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection. For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.1

Windows: 8.1.1r111008

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

March 10, 2026

Feature

inSync Client v8.0 for macOS

inSync Client v8.0.0 is now available for macOS. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

  • Advanced Encryption: The App utilizes the TSL1.3 protocol that safeguards your data with modern, industry-standard security practices.

  • Enhanced Security: The App is compatible with OpenSSL3.0 ensuring advanced stability and protection against modern security threats.

Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.

  3. After installation, both inSync Client and inSyncDataplane require Location access to manage network connections for backups (allow or block). To enable, navigate to: Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.0.0

macOS: 8.0.0r110959

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

Enhancement

inSync Client v8.1.0 for Windows

inSync Client v8.1.0 is now available for Windows operating systems. The version includes security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

  • Advanced Encryption: The App utilizes the TSL1.3 protocol that safeguards your data with modern, industry-standard security practices.

  • Enhanced Security: The App is compatible with OpenSSL3.0 ensuring advanced stability and protection against modern security threats.

Customer Action:

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.0

Windows: 8.1.0r111007

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

March 06, 2026

Feature

GovCloud - inSync Client v8.1.0 for Windows

inSync Client v8.1.0 is now available for Windows operating systems. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

1. Enhanced Security structure and Encryption

  • Advanced Encryption: The App utilizes the TSL1.3 protocol that safeguards your data with modern, industry-standard security practices.

  • Enhanced Security: The App is compatible with OpenSSL3.0 ensuring advanced stability and protection against modern security threats.

2. Self-Healing and Resilience

  • Increased Reliability: Automatically detects and recovers from internal process interruptions, including those caused by antivirus software.

  • Seamless Operations: Backups resume automatically without requiring any user or administrator intervention, guaranteeing a consistent experience.

Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.1.0

Windows: [r111005]

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

GovCloud - inSync Client v8.0 for macOS

inSync Client v8.0.0 is now available for macOS. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

Enhanced Security structure and Encryption

  • Advanced Encryption: The App utilizes the TSL1.3 protocol that safeguards your data with modern, industry-standard security practices.

  • Enhanced Security: The App is compatible with OpenSSL3.0 ensuring advanced stability and protection against modern security threats.

Customer Action

  • Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0.

  • Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled. Client v8.0.

  • After installation, inSync Client and inSyncDataplane require Location access to manage network connections for backups (allow or block). To enable, navigate to Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services.


📝 Note

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


Revisions Details

Product

Details

v8.0.0

macOS: [r110957]

For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For details on prerequisites for installation, see hardware and software requirements.

For more details, contact Support.

January 10, 2025

Enhanced inSync Web User Interface

The inSync Web user interface is now enhanced to provide streamlined user experience and visual appeal.

Here are the Key changes:

  • Font Update: The console font has been updated to improve readability and provide a more intuitive look and feel.

  • Workload icon refinements: workload icons have been redesigned for a cleaner , more visually appealing appearance while also improving clarity and context.

Here is a glimpse


December 11, 2025

inSync Client v8.0.0 for Windows

inSync Client v8.0.0 is now available for Windows operating systems. The version includes infrastructure and security enhancements and offers the following key benefits:

  • Enhanced security structure: Ensures stronger protection and adherence to higher security standards.

  • Self-Healing & Resilient: Provides greater reliability by automatically detecting and recovering from a stuck or inconsistent state, ensuring uninterrupted backups with an enhanced stable experience.

Customer Action

  1. Whitelist all new Druva processes within your antivirus and Endpoints protection For detailed information, see AV configuration for inSync Client 8.0.0.

  2. Ensure you have Auto-upgrade feature enabled.


Note:

The version is currently being released in phases as part of a gradual rollout plan and will be made available globally to all customers soon.


For upgrade instructions, see Upgrade inSync Client.

For more details, contact Support.

October 04, 2025

Restore Data with Federated Search in inSync Client
You can now easily locate and restore backed-up files in inSync Client app (Windows, macOS & Linux) using the Federated Search feature. This enhancement streamlines the user experience, allowing you to quickly find specific files and restore them to your preferred location.

Here is a glimpse

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