ConfigSync Documentation

Comprehensive guides and references for ConfigSync

Getting Started

New to ConfigSync? Start here to get up and running quickly.

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    <h3><a href="/configsync/installation/">Installation Guide</a></h3>
    <p>Step-by-step instructions for installing ConfigSync using Homebrew, pre-built binaries, or from source.</p>
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    <h3><a href="/configsync/getting-started/">Getting Started</a></h3>
    <p>Complete walkthrough of your first ConfigSync setup, from initialization to syncing configurations.</p>
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Core Documentation

Deep dive into ConfigSync’s features and capabilities.

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    <h3><a href="/configsync/cli-reference/">CLI Reference</a></h3>
    <p>Complete command-line interface documentation with examples, flags, and usage patterns.</p>
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    <h3>Configuration</h3>
    <p>Learn how to customize ConfigSync behavior, manage application paths, and optimize your setup.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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    <h3>Supported Applications</h3>
    <p>Browse the complete list of supported macOS applications and their configuration details.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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    <h3>Backup & Recovery</h3>
    <p>Learn about ConfigSync's safety features, backup validation, and disaster recovery procedures.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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Advanced Topics

Master ConfigSync’s advanced features and workflows.

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    <h3>Deployment Workflows</h3>
    <p>Best practices for deploying configurations across multiple Mac systems and team environments.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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    <h3>Automation & Scripting</h3>
    <p>Integrate ConfigSync into your automation workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and system provisioning.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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    <h3>Troubleshooting</h3>
    <p>Common issues, debugging techniques, and solutions for ConfigSync problems.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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    <h3>Tips & Tricks</h3>
    <p>Power user techniques, performance optimization, and workflow enhancements.</p>
    <p><em>Coming soon...</em></p>
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Community & Contributing

Join the ConfigSync community and contribute to the project.

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    <h3><a href="/configsync/contributing/">Contributing Guide</a></h3>
    <p>Learn how to contribute code, documentation, or application support to ConfigSync.</p>
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    <h3><a href="https://github.com/dotbrains/configsync/discussions" target="_blank">Community Discussions</a></h3>
    <p>Join discussions, ask questions, and share your ConfigSync experiences with other users.</p>
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    <h3><a href="https://github.com/dotbrains/configsync/issues" target="_blank">Report Issues</a></h3>
    <p>Found a bug or have a feature request? Report it on GitHub to help improve ConfigSync.</p>
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    <h3>Support the Project</h3>
    <p>Star the project on GitHub, share it with others, and help spread the word about ConfigSync.</p>
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Quick Reference

Essential Commands

# Initialize ConfigSync
configsync init

# Auto-discover and add applications
configsync discover --auto-add

# Sync all configurations
configsync sync

# Check status of managed apps
configsync status

# Create backup
configsync backup

# Export for deployment
configsync export --output my-configs.tar.gz

Useful Links

GitHub Repository: dotbrains/configsync
Latest Release: Download
Homebrew Formula: brew install dotbrains/tap/configsync
Issues & Bugs: Report
Feature Requests: Suggest

System Requirements

OS: macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
Architecture: Intel (x86_64) or Apple Silicon (ARM64)
Disk Space: ~10MB for binary + configuration storage
Permissions: Read/write access to ~/Library/ directories

Need Help?

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Last Updated: September 19, 2025

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