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Tarsnap Command: Copy Archive

Use for copy archive with Tarsnap. Exact CLI syntax to copy archive using Tarsnap.

When to use this: Use for copy archive with Tarsnap.
Destructive Command Warning

Destructive operation. Confirm the target path and keep a backup before executing.

Command Syntax

tarsnap -c --keyfile <path/to/key_file> -f <new_archive_name> @@<source_archive_name>

Command Breakdown

-c
Command Option
Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
--keyfile
Command Option
Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
-f
Command Option
Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.

FAQ

Purpose: Exact syntax to copy archive using Tarsnap.

Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.

Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.

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