> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.vultisig.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.vultisig.com/app-guide/vault-management/vault-backup.md).

# Export a Vultisig Vault Backup

Export a Vultisig vault backup from Settings. Each device has its own share. Full storage and recovery: Backup & Recovery.

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**Make sure to have all backups of all devices saved before sending in funds.**

Without a backup, a lost device can mean lost funds.
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Full storage and recovery: [Backup & Recovery](/getting-started/backup-recovery.md).

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## How to backup

1. Go to **Settings** → **Vault Settings**
2. Tap **Backup**
3. Optionally set a password on the file — you will need it to restore
4. Save the `.vult` file somewhere you will still have if this device is gone
5. **Repeat on every other device** in the vault

<figure><img src="https://644481292-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FfSRUQVZENEfvoqS6R0GO%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-a8f5f4681f249c9be38a558fb4eb28af95b02a1d%2Fimage%20(1)%20(1)%20(1)%20(1).png?alt=media" alt=""><figcaption><p>Backup in Settings</p></figcaption></figure>

### Video Guide

[![Backup Tutorial](https://644481292-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FfSRUQVZENEfvoqS6R0GO%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-1dacaac300d79719b75e11dc25226578aaa3bb60%2FTwitterVideoThumbnail.jpeg?alt=media)](https://twitter.com/iceman00008/status/1824686908368412732/video/1)

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## Keep in mind

* Each device has its own share, and its own backup
* Files use the `.vult` extension
* **Never store two shares in the same place**
* After a [reshare](/app-guide/vault-management/vault-reshare.md), export new backups. Do not mix old and new sets

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## Complete Guide

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[Backup a Vultisig Vault](/getting-started/backup-recovery.md)
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