I understand FreeFileSync is not a backup tool, however I don't really agree that sync'ing directory timestamps is exclusive to backup tools. Maybe some people see directory timestamps and meaningless, but personally I find them very useful. Presently using FreeFileSync exclusively gives a different experience on my source vs. my sync locations.
My workaround has been to use robocopy (with /DCOPY:T) for the initial sync to preserve all the historical directory timestamps, and then use FreeFileSync for incremental updates. The directory timestamp updates don't match exactly using this method, but they are close enough.
I consider preserving directory timestamps an important element in "synchronization behavior" and would like to request this feature also.
How about a simple setting: Keep Original Folder Dates
There could be a "sticky" setting and a per-session setting?
The change to the logic should be just a matter of inserting an IF around the current code that sets the date.
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