How to restore a backup in Vyapar

If you move to a new computer or need to recover data, restore your latest Vyapar backup. The backup brings back items, parties, transactions and settings as they were when it was taken.

Time needed2 minutes
Steps3, each with a screenshot
Tested onVyapar Desktop for Mac, October 2026
Last updated11 October 2026

Before you start

  • The .vyb backup file, copied to the computer.
  • Take a fresh backup of the current data first if you might need it.

1Open Restore Backup

Click Sync, Share & Backup > Restore Backup.

Vyapar Restore Backup menu
Vyapar Restore Backup menu

2Choose the backup file

Select the .vyb file (its name shows the date, time and company) and click Select. Follow the prompts to complete the restore.

Vyapar restore file picker with a backup file
Vyapar restore file picker with a backup file

3Or restore from Manage Companies

On a new computer, open Company > Change Company and click Restore Backup next to Add New Company.

Vyapar Manage Companies Restore Backup button
Vyapar Manage Companies Restore Backup button

Good to know

  • Restore the most recent backup to lose the least data.
  • Restoring may replace current data; back up first.
  • Ask Vyapar support if a backup file will not open.

Questions people ask

How do I restore Vyapar backup?

Sync, Share & Backup > Restore Backup, select the .vyb file and confirm.

Can I restore on a new computer?

Yes. Install Vyapar, log in, and use Restore Backup from Manage Companies.

Will restoring delete my current data?

It can replace it, so take a backup of current data first.

Related guides

Screenshots are from a demo company in Vyapar Desktop for Mac, October 2026. Menus can move slightly between app versions. Guide by Billing Bazaar, a Vyapar partner.