How do backups work on GrapheneOS

gesat

Hi folks, would like to know how backups work on GrapheneOS. Does it work like "adb backup" or has its own backup/restore method (non-root). My idea is be able to backup the apps I would like to including its data and shared storage, so I don't miss savegames for games or other apps data when moving to a new device.

Ideally I would like it to work like a rooted phone with Swift Backup.

Being private and secure is almost as important as being able to EXTRACT my data when I'm ready and in need to do it.

unwat

Yes, the same as adb backup according to their github:

It uses the same internal APIs as adb backup which is deprecated and thus needs a replacement.

So, Seedvault needs to be replaced, and the replacement will obviously have to use the newer APIs, which should end up being a much better backup solution.

A solution that requires root access won't happen in GOS since it doesn't work within the confines of the Android Security model.