Flashcard exports

How to export flashcards from Karteikarten

Karteikarten exports flashcards as GZIP. You can export your own decks, but not shared decks from other users. Follow the 2 steps below — or scroll down to download a sample export file.

Platform: Android / iOSOwn decks: YesOthers' decks: NoGZIP

Step-by-step guide

  1. Open cloud backup
    Open the app and tap the cloud icon next to "Alle Sets" in the top right.
    Open cloud backup
  2. Create a backup
    Under "Sicherung", tap Ein Backup erstellen. The app generates a `.gzip` backup file containing all your flashcards.
    Create a backup

Sample export file

Real sample export from Karteikarten containing 5 English → Spanish flashcards. Inspect the format before exporting your own data.

gzipKarteikarten.gzip0.2 KB

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Frequently asked questions

What file format does Karteikarten export to?
Karteikarten exports your flashcard data as GZIP.
Can I export my own decks from Karteikarten?
Yes, you can export your own decks from Karteikarten. See the step-by-step guide above.
Can I export shared or other users' decks from Karteikarten?
No, Karteikarten only allows exporting your own decks — shared or other users' decks cannot be exported.
On which platforms is Karteikarten available?
Karteikarten is available on Android / iOS.
Is there a sample export file I can download?
Yes. A sample export file is available on this page. It contains 5 example flashcards (English → Spanish) so you can inspect the exact format Karteikarten produces before exporting your own data.

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