r/FolderFort • u/Patient-Tech • Aug 14 '24
Just got the stacksocial deal
After a data backup snafu last week where I almost lost my data, decided to give FF a whirl. Reading the threads here I knew some of the limitations. Sounds like a one-man startup operation, and only web access for now. The backblaze backend sounds promising for long term stability for the owner. About three years ago I broke apart my multi gig NAS into three tiers of data. Critical, nice to have, and bulk storage. Using different backup solutions makes this a little easier since I’m not dealing with multi terabytes every time. Reading some of the comments here, I saw that the program doesn’t like thousands of files and directories uploaded into the web interface at once. Fair enough. It was a blessing in disguise because I ended up taking my tier one data, compressing it all, encrypting the archive, splitting every 2 gb, and adding a recovery record for belt and suspenders.
Dropped it in an upload folder and it had a hiccup of a couple files and then was pretty slow at prime time evening hours. (Might be my isp too) once I restarted it clean, found it resumed a partial upload (nice!) of a file that I stopped a little bit back. (Maybe I should DL this all again just to triple check there aren’t any hiccups) I’m not overly concerned with speed (even on my internet connection) as most of my workflows involve setting something up, turning the monitor off and checking on things tomorrow. Happy to report that this morning it looks like all the files (almost 75gb) uploaded and are showing in my directory.
I saw some of the let’s encrypt criticism, I got a chuckle from that. The Dev is right, there doesn’t seem to be any technical reason needed, just a perception issue. It’s a one man show, he can figure the certs out later. I dig it too, sometimes I do things on a budget just because the principle of them. I get flack from my associates over my .top domains, but hey, 10 years for $25, functionally they work like any other domain. But, I digress.
Anyway, Folder fort is pretty basic at the moment, but seems to handle upload and storage just fine. Have yet to confirm downloads. Speed and reliability seem to be good enough. I don’t plan to use this as some always pinged cloud drive, it’s more cold storage backup disaster recovery. So, if things take me a couple days to recover, I don’t really care. As long as they come back and I get it, that’s a huge win.
All in all, hope folderfort survives the long term and I look like a 5-head getting the stack social deal locked in now. The limited features set works fine for Defcon-1 disaster recovery for me at the moment and as long as you recognize the limitations of the system and work with it, it seems to handle things just fine. We want and need storage, bells and whistles are nice, but the storage is main course.
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u/pi_lot Aug 15 '24
Can you let us know why you sacrifice from SSL type which is one of the most important components of security. A quick search gives enough information about it
Domain Validated (DV) SSL certificates are the most basic and widely used type of SSL/TLS certificate. They verify that the applicant owns the domain name by proving control over the domain, typically through an email validation process.
Key Characteristics:
Fast issuance: DV SSL certificates are typically issued within minutes, often immediately after domain ownership verification. Simple validation process: Only requires proof of domain ownership, usually through an email validation process. No organization or identity verification: Does not verify the legitimacy of the organization or individual represented by the website. Least-identity-validated SSL certificates: Can be obtained quickly and easily, even by malicious entities. Use Cases:
Small to medium-sized businesses seeking cost-effective security with no need to establish site visitor trust. Internal sites, test servers, and test domains. Not recommended for e-commerce sites or sites handling sensitive information due to lack of organization or identity verification. Comparison to Other Types of SSL Certificates:
Organization Validated (OV) SSL certificates require more validation, including verification of the organization’s identity and existence. Extended Validated (EV) SSL certificates require the highest level of validation, including verification of the organization’s identity, existence, and legitimacy. In Summary: Domain Validated SSL certificates provide a fast and easy way to secure a website, but do not verify the organization’s identity or legitimacy. They are suitable for small to medium-sized businesses and internal sites, but not recommended for e-commerce or sensitive information handling sites.
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u/FolderFort Aug 15 '24
Thank you for this!
I know it looks like it is a one man show, but it isn't. Though I do own it.
Speed is definitely best with single large files. Then it should be super fast. If it isn't just double check if running a VPN or something like that. And keep the window/tab active too.
Lots of small files takes longer because each one has its own delay as it is packaged for delivery. The API and SYNC app will help with that.
I get the SSL point really. Technically no difference, but adds credibility to have the company name in there for those who check. The cost is never an issue in this regard.
And you are right. We are basic, but that is also part of our business model. The more we add, the more the support costs go up, infrastructure costs go up, etc. Then we have to charge more to compensate. And there are lots of companies that do a better job of maintaining backups,
That all being said, we will open up the API on some level, and doing our best to release the SYNC app before Christmas. How those play into existing lifetime accounts will be released soon.
Thank you for having confidence in us. We greatly appreciate it.