Scheduled or manual
Create a backup with one click or configure the application to do it daily.
- Daily scheduled backups
- On-demand backup button
- User-selected backup folder
BrickLink inventory backup utility
BLS Backup
Create local backups of your BrickLink store inventory with a small Windows tray application. Schedule a daily backup or create one whenever you need it.
- Free to use
- Windows x64
- Download only
Product status
Available, but not actively developed
BLS Backup is an older completed utility. It remains available as a free download, but no regular feature development is planned.
Small and focused
One job: keep copies of your inventory
BLS Backup stays out of the way and concentrates on creating recoverable BrickLink inventory backup files.
BrickLink API keys
Connect through the official BrickLink API without giving the application your password.
- Uses API credentials only
- No BrickLink password required
- Backs up BrickLink inventory data
Runs quietly in the tray
Keep BLS Backup running in your Windows notification area while you work.
- Normal desktop application, not a service
- Optional start at Windows logon
- Visible backup status and progress
Getting started
How it works
Once configured, the application can start with Windows and create backups in the background while it remains available from the system tray.
- Enter your BrickLink API keys.
- Choose what to back up and where the files should be stored.
- Select a daily schedule or create a backup manually.
- Leave BLS Backup running in the system tray while you are signed in.
Emergency recovery
We recommend restoring with InSpaceSync
BLS Backup includes older comparison and restoration tools. For emergency inventory recovery, we recommend using InSpaceSync and contacting Support when assistance is needed.
Installation
System requirements
BLS Backup is a small 64-bit Windows Forms application. Backup storage requirements depend on the size of your inventory and the number of files retained.
- Windows 10 or 11
- 64-bit processor and operating system
- .NET Framework 4.8
- Internet connection for BrickLink API access
- BrickLink API keys
- Enough free disk space for the backup files you retain
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is BLS Backup free?
Yes. BLS Backup remains available to download and use free of charge.
Is BLS Backup still actively developed?
No. BLS Backup is an older completed utility and is not under active development. The current version remains available for users who need a straightforward BrickLink inventory backup tool.
What does BLS Backup back up?
BLS Backup creates local backup files of your BrickLink store inventory. A backup can be created manually or according to a daily schedule.
How does it connect to BrickLink?
BLS Backup uses BrickLink API keys. It does not need to store or use your BrickLink account password.
Does BLS Backup run as a Windows service?
No. It is a normal Windows application that runs in the notification area or system tray while you are signed in. It can optionally start when you log on to Windows.
Where are backup files stored?
You choose the folder in which BLS Backup stores its backup files. Make sure the selected location has enough free space for the number of backups you want to retain.
How should I restore a backup in an emergency?
BLS Backup contains older comparison and restoration functionality, but we recommend using InSpaceSync for emergency inventory recovery. Contact InSpace Software Support if you need help planning or performing a restoration.
Can BLS Backup synchronize BrickLink and BrickOwl?
No. BLS Backup only creates BrickLink inventory backups. Use InSpaceSync when you need automatic inventory synchronization between supported marketplaces.
Download only
Keep a local copy of your BrickLink inventory
BLS Backup remains available free of charge for Windows x64.