Did I Export My Pocket Data Before the Shutdown?

Pocket shut down on October 8, 2025. This guide explains what happened and what you can do if you have (or don't have) your export file.

Pocket Has Shut Down: Mozilla deleted all user data on October 8, 2025. If you have your export file, you can still migrate to Link Crypt!

What Happened to Pocket?

October 8, 2025: Pocket Shut Down

Mozilla officially shut down Pocket and deleted all user data from their servers. The service is no longer accessible, and getpocket.com/export no longer works.

✅ If You Have Your Export File:

Great! You can import your Pocket data to Link Crypt and continue where you left off.

  • • Your export file contains all your links
  • • Tags and metadata are preserved
  • • Import takes less than 5 minutes
→ How to Import Your Pocket File

❌ If You Didn't Export:

Unfortunately, your Pocket data is permanently lost. Mozilla deleted all data on October 8, 2025.

  • • No recovery is possible
  • • Export page no longer works
  • • You can start fresh with Link Crypt
→ Start Fresh with Link Crypt

How Pocket Export Worked (For Reference)

This section explains how Pocket's export process worked before the shutdown. This information is for reference only — the export page no longer functions.

1 Access Pocket's Export Tool

Where to Go:

https://getpocket.com/export

This is Pocket's official export page. It's the only way to download your complete library.

Important: The export page only works while you're signed into your Pocket account.

What You'll See:

  • • Pocket's export interface
  • • Options for different file formats
  • • Estimated export size (based on your library)
  • • Download button (after format selection)

Tip: Export works on any device - desktop, mobile, or tablet.

2 Choose Your Export Format

CSV Format (Pocket's Only Export Option)

What's Included in Your Export:
  • • All saved links and articles
  • • Original titles and descriptions
  • • Your personal tags
  • • Favorite/starred status
  • • Save dates and timestamps
  • • Archive vs unread status
  • • Link excerpts and summaries

Perfect for: Complete migration to Link Crypt with all your data preserved.

3 Download and Secure Your Data

Download Process:

  1. Click "Export" or "Download" button
  2. Wait for Pocket to process your library
  3. File will download automatically when ready
  4. Large libraries (5,000+ links) may take several minutes
  5. Don't close browser while export is processing

File Size: CSV exports are typically 1-5MB for most libraries. Large collections (20,000+ links) can be 20MB+.

Protect Your Export:

  • • Save multiple copies: Desktop, cloud storage, external drive
  • • Email backup to yourself: Use Gmail, Outlook, etc.
  • • Rename meaningfully: "pocket-export-2025-01-14.csv"
  • • Verify download: Make sure file isn't corrupted

Critical: This might be your only chance to get this data. Treat it like a precious family photo!

Export Troubleshooting

Export Button Won't Work

Solution: Clear browser cache, disable ad blockers, try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

Some browser extensions can interfere with Pocket's export functionality.

Export Takes Forever

Large libraries: Very large collections can take 10-15 minutes. Be patient, don't refresh.

Peak usage times (evenings, weekends) may be slower.

Export Fails/Times Out

Try again later: Server overload is common. Try early morning or late night.

If failing repeatedly, try again during off-peak hours (early morning or late night).

Downloaded File is Tiny/Empty

Check file size: Should be at least 100KB for most libraries. Empty = failed export.

Try downloading again with a stable internet connection.

Can't Sign Into Pocket

Password reset: Use Pocket's "Forgot Password" feature before the deadline.

If you used Firefox/Mozilla account, try those credentials.

Still Stuck?

Contact us with details. We'll help you and can even assist with manual migration if needed.

After You Export

Verify Your Export

Open the CSV file in a spreadsheet app or text editor. Check that your links, tags, and favorites are all there.

Import to Link Crypt

Follow our 5-minute import guide to resurrect your reading list in Link Crypt.

Enjoy Better Features

Advanced search, better privacy, and a whimsical interface that makes reading fun again.

Have Your Pocket Export File?

If you exported your Pocket data before the shutdown, you can import it to Link Crypt and continue your reading journey.

Import Your Pocket Data Start Fresh with Link Crypt

Pocket shut down October 8, 2025 • Export page no longer works • But your saved file still works!