How Version History Works
Recovery & backups
Step by Step
Open the session
Find the session on the sessions page and open it.
Open its version history
The versions are listed from newest to oldest.
Restore the version you want
BelayTab adds it as the newest version. The one you replaced is still in the list.
How Many Versions Are Kept?
The last 20 versions of each session, on the free plan. With Sync, you also get 90 days of cloud version history with point-in-time restore.
| Free | Sync | |
|---|---|---|
| Local version history | Last 20 versions per session | Last 20 versions per session |
| Cloud version history | — | 90 days, point-in-time restore |
What Happens When a Session Is Edited on Two Devices?
With Sync on, if the same session is changed on two devices, the latest change to each tab wins. Both device names appear in version history, so you can see what happened and restore the other version.
Is Version History the Same as the Trash?
No. Version history is for changes to a session that still exists. If you delete a whole session, it goes to the trash for 30 days, which you can reach from the Recovery screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does restoring a version delete the current one?
No. Restoring adds a new version. The version you replaced stays in history.
Is version history free?
Yes. Local version history is part of the free plan. Only cloud version history needs Sync.
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- HelpHow to Set Up SyncTurn on BelayTab Sync to keep sessions on every computer you sign in to, with 90 days of cloud history. $4 a month or $36 a year.
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