Description
Introduce a notification system for RcloneView that alerts users when large file transfers or sync jobs complete — even when the app is minimized or running unattended.
Core alert methods include:
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Email Notifications for job completion (with error/success summary) -
(In exploration): Notify via Slack/Telegram, once external webhook support is validated -
In-app and tray notifications for completed/failed jobs
This ensures users are always informed, especially after long-running or background operations.
Usage Scenarios
Let’s say a user schedules a large overnight backup (e.g., 50GB from NAS to Backblaze B2).
When the transfer completes:
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RcloneView detects job completion.
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A formatted email is sent with:
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Job name -
Summary (files copied/skipped/errored) -
Duration -
Logs (if enabled)
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Optionally, a Slack/Telegram message is pushed to a configured channel.
This allows unattended transfers with peace of mind and instant feedback.
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Reference UI **
Limitations to Overcome
| Issue | Solution Proposal |
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| RcloneView lacks built-in job-based notifications | Add notification hooks after job execution |
| No UI for configuring alerts or thresholds | Create alert config per job (email + messenger + filters) |
| User may not want alerts for small jobs | Add filters (e.g., “Notify only if transfer > 100MB or failed”) |
Roadmap (Vision)
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Basic email notification after job completion
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Add job filter settings (size, error-only, time thresholds) -
Enable Webhook support (Discord, Slack, etc.)
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Show persistent in-app toast + system tray alerts
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Future: Push notifications (via mobile app or 3rd party)
Want this feature?
Upvote this post if you’d like to receive smart alerts for your sync or backup jobs in RcloneView!
Got ideas for alert formats, messengers, or use-cases? Drop a comment below 