Import & Export
Complete control over your data. Export everything or specific content, import from backups or other apps, and maintain full ownership of your information with multiple export formats.
Export Your Data
Cloud Sync
Your synced data is your backup
- •Data continuously synced to cloud
- •Access from any device
- •Automatic protection
- •No manual backup needed
- •Real-time synchronization
How: Automatic with sync enabled
ZIP Backup
Complete backup of all your data
- •Complete data backup
- •Fast or full backup modes
- •Text data in JSON format
- •Media files included (configurable)
- •Can be imported back anytime
- •Perfect for archiving
How: Settings → Data → Export to ZIP
PDF Export
Human-readable format for reading & sharing
- •Readable text format
- •Great for reading offline
- •Share or print your journal
- •Select date ranges or items
- •Not re-importable
How: Settings → Data → Export to PDF
Import Data
Import from ZIP Backup
Restore your data from a previous backup
Steps:
- 1Go to Settings → Data
- 2Tap Import from ZIP
- 3Select your backup file
- 4Wait for import to complete
Capabilities:
- ✓Restore all items
- ✓Merge with existing data
- ✓Recover deleted content
- ✓Preserves all relationships
Import from Other Apps
Import your data from Day One or Journey
Steps:
- 1Export ZIP file from Day One or Journey
- 2Go to Settings → Data
- 3Choose Import from Day One or Journey
- 4Select the exported ZIP file
- 5Wait for import to complete
Capabilities:
- ✓Import entries
- ✓Preserve dates and content
- ✓Media files included
- ✓One-time import
Important
ZIP Format: ZIP files contain data in JSON format. While not directly portable to other apps, the structured format makes it easy to convert data with technical assistance or AI tools.
Fast Backup Option: Choose fast backup to prioritize text data and save time. With this option, files not downloaded locally won't be included and some media may only have thumbnails. Perfect for quick text-focused backups when you're keeping the same account.
PDF Export Font: The default font works well for Western languages. For other languages (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, etc.), select an appropriate font in the export settings to ensure proper text rendering.
Common Use Cases
Change Account Email
Scenario: Need to use a different email address for your account
Solution:
- 1.Export all data from current account to ZIP
- 2.Create new account with new email
- 3.Import the ZIP file to new account
- 4.Contact support to transfer subscription
Tip: Email hai@doit.me with your order ID to transfer your subscription
Restore Deleted Items
Scenario: Accidentally deleted important content
Solution:
- 1.If you have another device: disconnect from internet
- 2.Make a small edit to the item on that device
- 3.Reconnect to sync the restored item
- 4.Or: Import from a recent ZIP backup
Tip: Regular backups help prevent permanent data loss
Create Offline Archive
Scenario: Want a permanent, readable copy of your journal
Solution:
- 1.Select date range to export
- 2.Export to PDF format
- 3.Save to your preferred location
- 4.Print or share as needed
Tip: PDF exports are perfect for yearly archives
Privacy & Control
Local Processing
All exports happen on your device. No server processing.
Full Control
Export anytime, delete anytime. You own your data.
Data Access
Export all your data in readable formats anytime.
Export your data anytime, even offline. No internet connection needed if data is already on your device.
Best Practices
Regular Backups
Export to ZIP monthly or yearly. Store backups in multiple locations for extra safety.
Name Your Backups
Use descriptive names like 'JournalIt_2024_January.zip' to easily identify backups later.
Cloud Storage
Save ZIP backups to cloud storage (Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox) for additional protection.
Before Account Changes
Export a backup before changing accounts or switching devices for extra safety.