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Retrospect

Retrospect is a simple backup program that quietly protects the files on your computers and servers. It automatically makes copies of your important documents, photos, and data so you can get them back if something gets lost, broken, or deleted. It stores these backup copies in affordable and reliable S3-compatible object storage, which acts like an enormous digital warehouse that never runs out of space. Because S3 storage is cheap and durable, Retrospect can keep many versions of your files for months or years without costing a fortune. This combination means you get set-and-forget protection that keeps your digital life safe without you having to think about it.

Connection / Setup

  1. Create an account and log in to DiskSpace
  2. Click I'm ready to set up my storage
  3. Enter Bucket Name following the instructions
  4. Click Create Bucket and wait for it to be generated
  5. Find your Endpoint URL, Access Key, and Secret Key in the S3 Client Configuration section for use below

Connect Retrospect to DiskSpace.sh

DiskSpace.sh is a fully S3-compatible object storage service. Follow the steps below to configure Retrospect to use DiskSpace.sh as your backup destination.

Connection Steps
  1. Open Retrospect and navigate to the backup destination configuration.
  2. Select Amazon S3 (or S3 Compatible) as the storage type.
  3. Enter the following connection details:
Use this exact endpoint URL.
Region: Leave blank or set to us-east-1
Important: Path-Style Requests Required

DiskSpace.sh requires path-style URLs (not virtual-hosted style). Retrospect must be configured to use the following URL format:

https://s3.diskspace.sh/bucket-name/key
Note: Ensure the "Use Path Style" or "Path-style Access" option is enabled in Retrospect if available. The endpoint should be set to https://s3.diskspace.sh (without the bucket name).
Example Configuration
Endpoint: https://s3.diskspace.sh
Access Key: AKIAXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Secret Key: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Region: us-east-1 (or leave empty)
Bucket: your-bucket-name
Path Style: Enabled
Troubleshooting
  • • Ensure you are using path-style requests. Virtual-hosted style (bucket.s3.diskspace.sh) is not supported.
  • • Verify your Access Key and Secret Key have the necessary permissions (s3:PutObject, s3:GetObject, s3:ListBucket).
  • • If you receive SSL errors, confirm you are using https:// in the endpoint URL.
  • • Test the connection within Retrospect before running your first backup.
  • • For further assistance, contact DiskSpace.sh support with your endpoint and error details.
Generated for Retrospect • DiskSpace.sh S3 Compatible Storage