How to Set Up Duplicati for Encrypted Backups on Linux

Duplicati provides encrypted backups to cloud storage with a web-based UI — making it accessible to admins who prefer GUI management.

Step 1 — Install

sudo apt install dotnet-runtime-6.0 -y
wget https://github.com/duplicati/duplicati/releases/latest/download/duplicati_2.0.x_all.deb
sudo dpkg -i duplicati_*.deb

Step 2 — Configure as Service

[Service]
ExecStart=/usr/bin/duplicati-server --webservice-interface=127.0.0.1 --webservice-port=8200

Step 3 — Access via SSH Tunnel

ssh -L 8200:localhost:8200 user@your-server
# Open: http://localhost:8200

Step 4 — Configure Backup Job

Web UI → Add Backup → choose S3/B2/SFTP → set source, schedule and retention

Conclusion

Duplicati makes encrypted cloud backup accessible. Our team configures complete backup solutions with regular restore verification.