syncthing cloud backup...in 5 mins?

I primarily use OneDrive for most file syncing needs, but with a dual-backup approach: files go to both OneDrive and my VPS when needed. Today, I tried setting up Syncthing after reading Sylvia's post.

server

I use RackNerd for personal projects - they offer excellent value compared to Vultr, especially with yearly plans. (I found them through LowEndTalk, a great resource for VPS deals). For work, I stick with DigitalOcean.

Easypanel makes managing everything super simple - it's a server control panel that helps deploy containerized applications with just a few clicks. No need to mess with Docker commands or configurations. It also provides a neat logs window and console access to each service directly within the web GUI, making troubleshooting and monitoring incredibly convenient without ever leaving your browser.

^ While understanding commands and becoming an expert in Docker has its merits, for these kinds of use cases, a one-click deployment solution like Easypanel saves tremendous time and effort.

setup process

① Pull the Syncthing Docker image

② Pull the Filebrowser image for web-based file management

③ Install Syncthing on my local Mac Mini

④ Add local device to cloud server

⑤ Use Filebrowser for easy remote file access

great success.