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# Export an Account

To export a single account to a JSON file for later import.

In the extension mode, open **Settings** from the bottom menu, navigate to **Account Settings**, and click on **Export Account**.

<figure><img src="/files/GNRpngXDXz6R6vSfIylW" alt="" width="236"><figcaption><p>Account Settings (extension)</p></figcaption></figure>

In full-screen mode, click the three vertical dots next to the account you want to export from the accounts list, then select **Export Account**.

<figure><img src="/files/N5D0YQpr05n1A2GsChAF" alt=""><figcaption><p>Home page (full-screen)</p></figcaption></figure>

After clicking **Export Account**, a page (in extension mode) or a popup (in full-screen mode) will appear, prompting you to enter the account password to proceed with the export.

<figure><img src="/files/3EJYrIwQVVSwqZulLiek" alt="" width="235"><figcaption><p>Export Account (extension)</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/aRuo7C7RInlybN51np8L" alt="" width="367"><figcaption><p>Export Account (full-screen)</p></figcaption></figure>