# Export Options

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?**

* [x] **Never lose your watch history** – Protect your data against accidental loss
* [x] **Easy restoration** – If you switch devices or reinstall SIMKL, you can restore your progress
* [x] **Multiple formats available** – Export in **JSON, CSV, or API formats**
* [x] **Automated backups** – Set up **monthly backups** to **Google Drive or Email**
* [x] **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 ( 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.


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