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cowork-backup

Automate incremental Cowork session backups with platform-specific schedulers and one-command restore.

Updated Mar 18, 2026
Search Tags:#restore#backup#sessions#os-detection#scheduler#cowork
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hopchouinard/cowork-backup-plugin --skill cowork-backup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cowork-backup
Source: https://github.com/hopchouinard/cowork-backup-plugin/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hopchouinard/cowork-backup-plugin --skill cowork-backup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Cowork stores conversation history locally and is not cloud-synced. This skill sets up an automated backup system to protect sessions and provide a simple restore path.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Incrementally backs up all Cowork sessions to a local folder and catalogues them for quick restore.
  • Installs a platform-specific scheduler (LaunchAgent on macOS, systemd user timer on Linux, Task Scheduler on Windows) to run backups daily and on changes.
  • Provides a one-command interactive restore to recover a selected session.

Quick Start

Install and configure automated Cowork backups on your machine, then use the restore tool to recover a previous session.

Frequently Asked Questions about cowork-backup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically back up local Cowork sessions?▼

You can automatically back up local Cowork sessions by installing a platform-specific scheduler that runs daily and on changes, incrementally copying session histories to a designated local folder and cataloguing them for quick access.

Does the Cowork backup scheduler work across macOS, Linux, and Windows?▼

Yes, the backup scheduler works across macOS, Linux, and Windows by detecting your OS and installing the appropriate native scheduler, specifically LaunchAgent for macOS, systemd user timer for Linux, and Task Scheduler for Windows.

How do I restore a previous Cowork session from a backup?▼

You can restore a previous Cowork session using a one-command interactive restore workflow that lets you select a specific session from your catalogued local backup folder and recovers it to your machine.

What is the best way to preserve Cowork conversation history without cloud sync?▼

The best way to preserve Cowork conversation history without cloud sync is to set up an automated local backup system that incrementally saves session directories and provides a dedicated restore path for recovery.

Can I use this automated backup tool for a team setup?▼

Yes, you can use this automated backup tool for both personal and team setups, applying the incremental session directory discovery and scheduled backups to preserve local conversation histories across multiple machines.

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