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A backup is a snapshot, so it doesn’t stay in sync with the original file. Depending on what you need, another option may suit you better:
  • To share a file with someone, invite them to the file, or add them to the project that contains it. They’ll always see the latest version.
  • To keep a file in source control, use the Rive CLI to convert it to Rive Markup Language (RML), a text format that diffs and merges like code and stays linked to the original file.
  • To go back to an earlier version of a file, use Revision History.
A backup is a .rev file: a complete copy of a Rive file that you can import back into the Editor and keep editing. Unlike a runtime export (.riv), which strips out everything your app doesn’t need, a backup keeps all of the Editor data. Export a backup when you want to:
  • Keep a local copy of a file on your computer.
  • Send a file to Rive support with a support ticket.
Exporting and importing backups are available on paid plans. Learn more about our plans and pricing.

Exporting from the File Browser

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In the File Browser, find the file you want to back up.
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Right-click the file and select Download Backup to download the current version.To download an earlier version instead, open Download Revision and select a revision.
Download Backup in the File Browser right-click menu

Exporting from an open file

1
Open the Editor Menu.
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Select Export > For Backup.
Export For Backup in the Editor Menu

Importing a backup

1
Open the File Browser and go to the project or folder where you want the file.
2
Drag the .rev file from your computer into the File Browser.
The backup is imported as a new file. It doesn’t replace or update the original.