OpenDrive

What's new in this version:

OpenDrive 1.7.22.2
- Fixed issue with file link remaining the same after name change
- Fixed issue with occasional crash if incorrect response received
- Updated status in a backup/sync completes but has errors
- Added clarity to the actual speed vs average speed


OpenDrive 1.7.21.1
Added:
- feature to show which folder is being processed during sync comparisons
- feature to show current and average speeds
- logging for task pause/resume of tasks
- ability to save task options as default for new tasks
- a file lock so files cannot be saved while they are being downloaded

Fixed:
- other minor issues


OpenDrive 1.7.20.4
Added:
- ability to set task destination for networked drive to  root
- more detail in logs

- Improved function of Sync with multiple versions

Fixed:
- issue with task pause feature not working on multiple tasks
- issue with occasional crash during upload on Windows 11
- issue with rename in some instances


OpenDrive 1.7.19.1
- Added speed meter for file transfers
- Added function for settings to be remembered for the next backup/sync session
- Optimized to increase upload speed of larger files
- Optimized RAM to use disk instead of memory for large buffers
- Optimized GUI to update faster when multiple tasks are running simultaneously


OpenDrive 1.7.18.3
Added:
- logging when PC sleeps while a task is running
- ability to use SyncService with 2FA

Fixed:
- issue with Media Backup
- issue with copy and paste in File Explorer


OpenDrive 1.7.17.2
- Added option to ignore files older than x in tasks
- Added additional checks for file comparisons during sync & backup tasks
- Changed hourly tasks to run at various times
- Improved uploads to be more efficient
- Fixed issue with CPU usage sometimes spiking after closing the app
- Fixed issue with how some file properties data was displayed


OpenDrive 1.7.16.3
- Added ability to disable file upload notifications to admin email address
- Fixed issue causing errors during upload in rare cases
- Fixed issue of some files not being deleted after move


OpenDrive 1.7.15.1
- Fixed issue preventing upgrade for some older versions of Windows


OpenDrive 1.7.14.9
- Update for resellers branding
- Replaced OpenSSL for encryption
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.13.6
Fixed:
- issue of error “The cloud provider is not running” under certain circumstances
- issue of temp path being set incorrectly in some cases
- conflict if 2 local folders are mapped to the same OpenDrive folder
- conflict if simultaneous tasks with 2 sub folders with the same name are contained in 2 parent folders are run
- issue of “other errors” not being listed in the task log summary even if it is there in the log
- issue of drag and drop & copy and paste where sometimes the file would not appear in the folder after upload completed

- Add option to allow user to set “item locked” and “access denied” to local files as a warning instead of an error


OpenDrive 1.7.12.5
- Fixed issue of App crash under certain circumstances when updating
- Fixed issue of some files uploaded long back having an error when being decompressed
- Clarified instructions for setting up the initial password for the Secure folder


OpenDrive 1.7.11.10
- Add ability to differentiate file and folders when setting include and exclude filters
- Add ability to backup sub-trees of a folder without backing up files from that folder
- Improved file timeout calculations based on file size
- Improved auto-handling of errors during backup and sync tasks so they are more reliable


OpenDrive 1.7.10.2
Fixed:
- issue of logs becoming too large when downloading many large files
- issue of files being copied from OpenDrive to a local folder not replacing the local item


OpenDrive 1.7.9.11
- Added option for Sync tasks to exclude junctions, hardlinks and sym links
- Improved handling of copy/move of folders inside OpenDrive
- Improved multi-window drag and drop to work better with Secure folders
- Changing max simultaneous operations no longer stops the task
- Fixed issues with embedded uninstall function
- Added measures to ensure smoother installation
- Added additional logging
- Other minor bugs fixes and stability improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.8.5
- Signatures are signed in only SHA256 so support for Windows Vista ended
- Improved handling of saves to prevent saving empty files in rare conditions
- Fixed issue with deleting multiple files affecting Windows 2008 only
- Fixed issue preventing files in the cloud from being attached to email messages


OpenDrive 1.7.7.1
- Improved handling of file names using special characters
- Improved handling of file names using  accented characters
- Fixed issue when occasionally a file that hasn’t changed would be reuploaded during sync/backup


OpenDrive 1.7.6.6
- Improved upload progress bar to be more accurate showing caching vs uploads
- Improved response time when browsing folders
- Added option for Forgot Password
- Added data of the last start to log file
- Updated wording shown when an open file is skipped during backup/Sync
- Fixed issue with the last location not being remembered
- Fixed issue causing errors in specific instances


OpenDrive 1.7.5.5
- Added option for tasks that are stopped to allow jobs in process to complete
- Simplified controls to allow screen readers to better read options
- Fixed issue with Backups running past cut off hours
- Fixed issue with task date showing incorrect year on specific occasions
- Fixed issue with new file Properties not always showing details
- Fixed issue with sending report if file is too large
- Fixed issue with opening file in OpenDrive directly from Excel’s File menu


OpenDrive 1.7.4.58
- Added more log details if a Sync/Backup task is stopped
- Fixed issue with Keep Alive which speeds upload times
- Fixed issue of not all files may mirror properly in one-way sync


OpenDrive 1.7.4.56
- Improved logging so log file does not grow too large

Fixed:
- issue where app could freeze if IP v6 was used
- issue of not all files may mirror properly in one-way sync
- issue of file downloading indefinitely if it is damaged or incomplete
- issue of installer not properly closing/restarting Explorer.exe
- issue of installer opening several File Explorer windows after install


OpenDrive 1.7.4.49
- Added support for 2-Factor Authentication when it is released shortly
- Changed function for Tray app to run during uninstall
- Changed Task Wizard so that it does not lock the Explorer Window
- Fixed issue with some deleted folders being automatically restored
- Fixed issue with Auto-Login not working after reboot
- Fixed issue with sometimes getting an error when accessing a shared folder
- Fixed issue with Windows App Update not launching in all cases


OpenDrive 1.7.4.41
- Added ability to set full folder permissions by right clicking on folder and select Properties
- Added ability see how long a file was uploaded/downloaded in a sync/backup task
- Added option to open OpenDrive App after installation completes and prompt new users to set up a new backup/sync
- Fixed issue where two instances of Opendrive can be started
- Fixed issue with “include” filter in a task ignoring root folder
- Improved stability in specific rare conditions


OpenDrive 1.7.4.35
- Added ability to hide OpenDrive root folder to prevent Read-Only Win users from accessing files being backed up by Admin
- Added ability to set the End Time for backups using the Sync Service tool
- Fixed temporary links for increased lifetime for playlists of Stream All Music/Video
- Fixed issue with Reverse Backup logging
- Improved error handling and stability


OpenDrive 1.7.4.31
- Added ability to choose program if default handler is not available
- Fixed random crashing related to media files
- Fixed issue related to WinAmp being used as default media player


OpenDrive 1.7.4.28
- Added ability to give custom names to tasks in Sync Service
- Added compatibility with Windows Vista
- Added option to allow users to choose how to open media files
- Fixed issue of task stopping if error log could not be written to
- Fixed issue of being unable to save Office files directly to cloud storage


OpenDrive 1.7.4.23
- Fixed issue of error during installation in rare cases
- Fixed issue of Explorer.exe using too much memory
- Fixed issue file filter not working in Sync Service
- Fixed issue of false network error that appeared in rare cases
- Improved Stability


OpenDrive 1.7.4.15
- Fixed issue of AAC music files not being backed up
- Fixed issue of Paint being used to open images even if another default app is set
- Fixed issue of an error when a new user tries to register in certain circumstances
- Fixed issue of the ‘Sync Service’ not being able to use disk root in the source field in Windows Server


OpenDrive 1.7.4.12
- Fixed issue of some office files not saving properly
- Fixed issue of application window not closing when an upload is canceled
- Fixed issue of application crash when trying to access folders without logging in
- Fixed issue with overwriting tasks causing app to close


OpenDrive 1.7.4.9
- Fixed issue of incompatibility after upgrading to Windows version 1903
- Fixed issue of copy & paste not working consistently
- Fixed issue where application key when pressed in a folder would not given the option box for actions
- Fixed resources not being released after closing Properties window issue


OpenDrive 1.7.4.7
- Fixed issue of some users getting encryption key required message
- Fixed issue of not being able to assign mass permissions to files and folders at the same time


OpenDrive 1.7.4.6
- Added new task type for constant change tracking for sync.
- Add more information about tasks to log files
- Add ability to reverse backup on an incomplete task
- Add feature to display file links in the Links tab of folder properties
- Add popup to tray icon to show which user is logged in
- Fix issue affecting some users encrypted files being able to be browsed properly
- Fix issue with tasks not always resuming automatically
- Fix issue with task override
- Other minor stability improvements and fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.28
- Add auto-retry for any files not uploaded successfully
- Add faster opening for folders containing a large number of items
- Add faster moving of folders within OpenDrive storage


OpenDrive 1.7.3.23
- Add showing Sync and Backup Manager in Windows File Explorer
- Add more options for hidden tasks
- Fix issue for setup not showing “This PC” option when too many icons on desktop
- Fix issue for not getting email notifications under all conditions
- Fix issue of high memory usage in some circumstances
- Optimize shell extension
- Other minor stability improvements and fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.18
- Add Option to always run with Admin privileges
- Add option to hide regular tasks in task manager
- Optimize counting of folder contents in properties
- Fix file already exists notifications
- Fix access to settings for sync service
- Fix permission issue under some sync scenarios
- Other minor stability improvements and fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.13
- Add Enable Aliases
- Add ability to filter folders in different paths
- Add ‘Move’ task in Windows Service
- Add Email notifications to multiple Email addresses
- Add reseller branding in Windows Programs/Features Info Panel
- Fix permission issue under some sync scenarios
- Other minor stability improvements and fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.10
- Fix “trust this computer” option not working for some tasks
- Fix sync unable to save to secured folder
- Other minor fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.9
- Fix branding issue for resellers
- Fix MSI error during some installations
- Fix tasks not resuming after pause
- Fix intermittent “Save As” Task failure
- Add option for user to select local temp folder location
- Add multi-page to settings dialog
- Other minor stability improvements and fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.3.8
- Fix preview for files inside secure and shared folders
- Fix folder selection in backup from media device
- Fix tasks not resuming after pause
- Improve speed and reliability of upload tasks


OpenDrive 1.7.3.4
- Further increased speed of uploads
- Fix for app crashing if empty name is given


OpenDrive 1.7.3.3
- Increased speed of uploads
- Fix for users getting DACL: access denied when creating folders


OpenDrive 1.7.3.2
- Fix for users with no shared folder could not upgrade


OpenDrive 1.7.3.1
- Fix issue with uninstall for some users
- Fix issue with Save As Task
- Fix for error when changing max simultaneous operations
- Add ability to add multiple email addresses for SBM notifications
- Add ability to edit name of a task in SBM
- Add ability for one-way mirror
- Add ability to delete shared folder
- Other minor fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.2.6
- Fix for error while changing max operations in a running task
- Fix for invalid file type for files without extensions
- Fix for Trash not being available to Admin users
- Fix for broken access to folders/file editing for some users
- Increase performance while scrolling pages with many files
- Fix for error when downloading versions of executable files
- Other minor fixes


OpenDrive 1.7.1.21
- Fix for Peer Certificate cannot be authenticated with given CA certificate


OpenDrive 1.7.1.13
- Thumbnails optimization
- Sync and backup manager optimization
- Fix for error “Directory with such a name already exists”
- Small bug fixes and improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.1.10
- Small bug fixes and improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.1.6
- Fix for synced files overlay icon
- Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility
- Fixed error “One or more post-login actions failed.”
- Improved folder update speed after file moving
- Fixed error “SQLITE_ERROR”
- Other small bug fixes and improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.1.3
- Upload speed improvements
- Hide “Save as” task in Sync and backup manager
- Other small bug fixes and improvements


OpenDrive 1.7.1.1
- New option Move Files added to sync and backup manager
- Fix for moving files within OD folders
- Fix for certificate error
- Fix for Folder with such a name already exists error
- Fix for Crash in OpenDrive_Tray.exe with exception code: C0000005
- Other small bug fixes and improvements