How to Export and Back Up Your Notes
Export JSON or Markdown so your library stays portable.
Introduction
Local-first only feels safe when you know how to leave with your data. MemoBraid includes export and import so your second brain is not trapped in a black box.
What you'll learn
- Where export lives in Settings
- JSON vs Markdown backups
- How import/wipe fit disaster recovery
Choose a backup format
JSON is the fuller workspace snapshot for restore into MemoBraid. Markdown is friendlier for reading in other tools or archiving as files.
Pick based on intent: recovery vs portability.
Make backup a habit
Export before browser upgrades, profile cleans, or device changes. Store the file somewhere you control.
Import and wipe
Settings also supports import and a wipe action. Wipe is destructive — use it only when you mean to clear the local library after you have a backup.
Export from Settings
- Open `/app/settings` (Settings route; not currently pinned in the slim sidebar).
- Choose Export JSON or Export Markdown.
- Save the downloaded file to your backup location.
- Optionally verify by importing into a fresh profile later.
Own a portable copy
Local-first works best with an export you can hold.
FAQ
Does export include AI keys?
Treat downloads carefully. Prefer not to share backup files; review contents before sending anywhere.
Can I schedule automatic backups?
Not in the current MVP. Manual export is the supported path.
Why is Settings missing from the sidebar?
The settings pages exist; the slim sidebar currently focuses on Home, Notes, and Collections. Open `/app/settings` directly.