Snapshots in LucidLink: restore exactly what you need

Accidents happen. Files get deleted. Versions get lost.

But with LucidLink snapshots in, it’s not game over: you can easily recover your file.

Whether you’re restoring a single asset or an entire folder, snapshots give you read-only access to earlier versions of your entire filespace.

You can jump back in time, grab exactly what you need and get back to work without missing a beat.

What are snapshots?

LucidLink snapshots capture the full state of your filespace at a specific moment. Think of it as a time machine for your data and a safety net for your team. It lets you:

• Restore accidentally deleted or changed files

• Review earlier versions of a project

• Preserve data for auditing or compliance

Snapshots are automatically enabled for every filespace, so you’re already protected. You can customize how often they’re taken by adjusting the snapshot schedule.

Why it matters

When you’re under pressure to deliver, there’s no time for recovery drama. Snapshots give your team a quick and reliable way to undo mistakes.

This means:

• Less stress about losing work

• Faster file recovery

• Peace of mind for everyone on the team

How to access snapshots (and the data inside)

Accessing your snapshots is simple and everything happens right inside the LucidLink desktop app.

Here’s how:

1. Open the LucidLink desktop app

2. Navigate to the filespace you want to explore

3. From the filespace menu, click Snapshots

4. You’ll see a list of available snapshots, sorted by time

5. Click Load Snapshot to mount it as a read-only drive

6. Browse and copy out any files or folders you need — nothing gets overwritten

7. Done? Click Unload to remove the snapshot drive

That’s it, no risk and no recovery nightmares. 

Real-world use cases

• Video editors can retrieve earlier cuts or recover files lost in a bad render

• Designs can undo accidental deletions or restore a previous versions of creative assets

• Engineers and AEC teams can review or restore project files without disrupting the current live version

• Legal and compliance teams can access historical project states for audits or traceability

Pro tip: use snapshots as part of a bigger recovery plan

Snapshots are powerful on their own — but even better when paired with:

• File pinning for local access

• Folder-level permissions for security

• Direct links for sharing

• A proper backup strategy for long-term retention

Custom snapshot schedules now available

You can now create automatic snapshots with custom intervals and retention rules. Perfect for teams with fast-moving projects, longer compliance requirements or variable workloads.

Set it up in just a few clicks via the LucidLink desktop client or web app.

Getting started with snapshots

Watch snapshots in action. You’ll see how easy it is to recover deleted files or restore a previous version. Whether it’s a slip-up or a version you need to revisit, snapshots have you covered.

View all our snapshot guides:

• Creating and managing snapshots

• Filespace snapshots

• Deleting snapshots

• Managing snapshots through CLI

• Creating a snapshot schedule

Explore more LucidLink features:

• Direct links

• File pinning

• Remote upload

• Mobile apps

Any questions? Reach out to support, we’re here to help.