How do I export recipes from CopyMeThat?

In CopyMeThat, go to More > Download (export) recipes > All recipes, then select HTML as the file format. Upload the exported file to MoveMyRecipes to convert it to JSON, PDF, CSV, Markdown, or other formats.

Can I cancel my CopyMeThat subscription and keep my recipes?

Yes! Export your CopyMeThat recipes before canceling, then use MoveMyRecipes to convert them to formats like PDF or JSON that you can access forever without any subscription.

What if I want to leave CopyMeThat?

Export is always available from More → Download (export) recipes → All recipes → HTML, even on a free plan. Once you have the export file, upload it to MoveMyRecipes to convert your collection to PDF, JSON, CSV, or other portable formats.

Can I import CopyMeThat recipes into another app?

Yes. MoveMyRecipes converts CopyMeThat exports to universal formats like JSON (Schema.org), CSV, and Markdown that can be imported into many other recipe apps and services.

CopyMeThat exports supported

Take a portable backup of your CopyMeThat recipes

Export your CopyMeThat recipes to portable formats so you keep your own copy regardless of subscription status.

100% free. One-time export, lifetime access.

How to Export from CopyMeThat

Export your recipe collection at any time from the web app.

1

Log into CopyMeThat

Go to copymethat.com and sign in to your account.

Visit copymethat.com in your browser
Click "Log In" and enter your credentials
You can use the website or mobile app

Tip: Use a desktop browser for the easiest export experience.

2

Tap "More"

Look for the "More" option in the menu or navigation.

On mobile: Tap the menu icon, then "More"
On desktop: Look for "More" in the top navigation or sidebar
This is where you'll find export and account options

3

Select "Download (export) recipes"

Click or tap on the download/export option to start the export process.

This will open the export dialog where you can choose what to export and in what format.

4

Choose "All recipes"

Select the option to export all your recipes to get your complete collection.

You can also choose specific folders or categories if you only want a subset of recipes.

Tip: We recommend exporting everything to have a complete backup.

5

Select HTML as the file format

Choose <strong>HTML</strong> as the export format for the best results.

HTML format preserves recipe formatting and images
The file will download as a .zip containing HTML files
This is the recommended format for MoveMyRecipes

Tip: HTML exports include images and formatting. Text exports are also supported but won't include photos.

6

Upload to MoveMyRecipes

Upload your CopyMeThat export file (the .zip or .html file) above and we'll convert it to PDF, JSON, CSV, or any other format.

Tip: We support both HTML exports (with images) and text file exports from CopyMeThat.

Export any time

You can export any time, even after canceling. Go to More → Download (export) recipes → All recipes → HTML. Keep the export file safe - you can convert it anytime.

The problem with cloud-only recipes

CopyMeThat makes it easy to save recipes from the web. Exporting gives you a portable copy you can use anywhere.

Your recipes are yours

Your recipes are yours — export any time from the web app. Keep your own copy in a format that works everywhere.

Cloud services vanish

Online services shut down, get acquired, or pivot. Your recipe collection shouldn't depend on a company's business decisions.

No internet, no recipes

Camping trip? Spotty WiFi? Cloud recipes need connectivity. Local files work anywhere, anytime, offline.

Your data, your control

PDF, JSON, Markdown—formats that will work in 50 years. No account needed, no terms of service, just your recipes.

Your recipes should move with you

Keep them for yourself, or take them wherever you go next.

Keep forever

PDFs, printouts, your own archive. Your recipes in formats that never expire.

Move to any app

Standard formats any recipe app can import. Switch apps without starting over.

Future-proof

Apps come and go, but your recipes stay yours forever.

Export to any format

Get your recipes in formats that work for you

{ }

JSON

Schema.org compliant

PDF

Print-ready cards

CSV

Excel-friendly

MD

Markdown

Plain text

.cook

CookLang

For developers

DB

SQLite

Portable database

ORF

Open Recipe

YAML format

Ready to own your recipes outright?

Export any time from the web app. Upload your CopyMeThat export above and we'll convert it instantly.

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