Export Options

SIMKL Export Options – How to Backup Your Watch History

The Export Option in SIMKL allows users to securely back up their watch history, ensuring that they never lose track of their watched movies, TV shows, or anime.

Whether you need an automated backup or want to manually download your data, SIMKL offers multiple export options tailored to different user needs.

Why Export Your Data?

• Never lose your watch history – Protect your data against accidental loss

• Easy restoration – If you switch devices or reinstall SIMKL, you can restore your progress

• Multiple formats available – Export in JSON, CSV, or API formats

• Automated backups – Set up monthly backups to Google Drive or Email

• Use data for personal tracking or external apps – Integrate with third-party tools via API

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Export Options Available in SIMKL

SIMKL provides four main ways to export your watch history:

1. Automated Backup to Google Drive (VIP Feature)

This feature allows users to automatically back up their entire watch history every month and store it in Google Drive.

• Data Format: JSON (.zip archive)

• Availability: VIP Members Only

• Backup Frequency: Monthly (Automated)

• How to Enable Google Drive Backup:

  1. Click on SAVE TO GOOGLE DRIVE in the SIMKL Export section.

  2. Grant SIMKL access to your Google Drive.

  3. Once enabled, SIMKL will automatically store backups each month.

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2. Automated Backup via Email (VIP Feature)

For users who prefer to receive a monthly email backup, this feature sends a full JSON backup directly to their inbox.

• Data Format: JSON (.zip archive)

• Availability: VIP Members Only

• Backup Frequency: Monthly (Automated)

• How to Enable Email Backup:

  1. Click on SEND TO EMAIL in the Export settings.

  2. Enter your preferred email address.

  3. The system will automatically send backups every month.

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3. Manual Download Backup (VIP Feature)

This option allows all SIMKL users, regardless of their subscription plan, to manually download their full watch history.

• Data Format: JSON (.zip archive)

• Availability: All Users (Free & VIP)

• Backup Frequency: On-demand (Manual)

• How to Download a Backup:

  1. Navigate to the SIMKL Export page.

  2. Click DOWNLOAD BACKUP.

  3. The system will generate a file, which can be saved locally on your computer.

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4. Simple CSV File Backup (PRO Feature)

For users who need a more structured and simplified data export, SIMKL offers a CSV format backup. However, this format contains limited details.

• Data Included in CSV Format:

  • Show/movie titles.

  • Last watched episode number.

  • No timestamps or detailed episode tracking.

• Availability: PRO Members Only

• Backup Frequency: On-demand (Manual)

• How to Download CSV Backup:

  1. Go to the SIMKL Export page.

  2. Click DOWNLOAD BACKUP (CSV Format).

  3. Save the generated CSV file.

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5. Export Using API (For Developers, Free For Everyone)

SIMKL allows advanced users and developers to export their watch history via its API. This feature is ideal for integrating data into custom applications, spreadsheets, or tracking systems.

• Data Format: API-based export (customizable)

• Availability: All Users (Free & VIP)

• How to Use API Export:

  1. Visit the API Documentation page on SIMKL.

  2. Follow the guidelines to integrate the data export feature into your application.

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Conclusion

SIMKL’s export feature provides users with a secure and efficient way to back up their watch history. Whether you need an automated backup system through Google Drive or Email, a manual JSON download, or a CSV format for structured data tracking, there is an option available.

For advanced users, the API export option allows complete flexibility to integrate SIMKL data into third-party applications.

If data security and accessibility are priorities, VIP members can take advantage of automated monthly backups, while free users can still download their data manually when needed.