Using a modified Rclone binary can be unstable and unsafe (as you are entrusting your credentials to a third-party compiler). The community-preferred method is to use .
: You'll be asked about "client_id" and "client_secret." For most users, you should leave these blank and press enter. The fork has built-in defaults that work for general use.
Most tech veterans have what we call "hot" data (files we use daily) and "cold" data (old photos, archives, project backups). Services like Dropbox are expensive and best used for "hot" data. Now, with Rclone support, TeraBox becomes the perfect vault for your "cold" data. You can script a weekly backup of your computer to TeraBox automatically, set it, and forget it.
on the AList Discord as of January 2026. rclone terabox support verified
: If you're tech-savvy, you might consider adding TeraBox support yourself. Rclone is open-source, and adding a new backend involves implementing the necessary code to interact with TeraBox's API. There are docs on contributing and existing backends you can use as references.
For the uninitiated, this might sound like boring technical jargon. But for data hoarders, media enthusiasts, and backup fanatics, this is the equivalent of finding a hidden level in a video game. Here is why this matters and how it changes the way you manage your data.
Rclone’s lead developer, Nick Craig-Wood, has historically rejected adding Terabox to the Rclone stable branch for two reasons: Using a modified Rclone binary can be unstable
: Move files directly from a headless Linux server or VPS straight to TeraBox.
TeraBox relies heavily on ad revenue and premium subscriptions via its official mobile and desktop apps. Open-source CLI tools bypass these ads, giving the company little incentive to cooperate with Rclone. The Verified Workaround: Rclone + WebDAV Gateways
With a verified connection established, standard Rclone commands can be utilized to manage files efficiently. Copying Files to TeraBox The fork has built-in defaults that work for general use
: Schedule routine syncs using Cron jobs (Linux/macOS) or Task Scheduler (Windows).
Run a simple list command to see if it works:
./rclone ls mytera: