Updated July 2025 – Learn how to export your full X (Twitter) archive including tweets, media, messages, and account history.
X (formerly Twitter) has been one of the most influential social platforms for over a decade. Whether you’re planning to delete your account, back up years of posts, or just want to keep a secure copy of your online activity, downloading your X (Twitter) archive is a smart move — and surprisingly easy.
In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to request and download your data, what’s included in the export, and how to manage it safely.
✅ Why Download Your X (Twitter) Data?
There are many reasons to download your archive:
- 📝 Save a copy of your tweets, replies, and quote tweets
- 💬 Access your direct messages (DMs) offline
- 📸 Keep media and photos you’ve posted
- 🔐 Improve control over your personal data
- 🧹 Prepare to delete or deactivate your account
- 📊 Analyze or migrate your content elsewhere
Whatever your reason, X (Twitter) provides a free export tool directly in your account settings.
📋 Step-by-Step: How to Download Your X (Twitter) Archive
1. Visit the Official Data Export Page
🔘 Go to the X Data Export Page →
Make sure you’re logged into your account.
2. Verify Your Identity
To protect your data, X may ask for:
- Your password
- Two-factor authentication (SMS, app, or email)
3. Click “Request Archive”
Scroll to Download an archive of your data and click the request button.
📩 You’ll receive a notification once the archive is ready.
4. Wait for Processing
Depending on the size of your account, it may take 10 minutes to 24 hours.
X will notify you via:
- In-app message or push notification
5. Download the ZIP File
Go back to the same page and click Download Archive.
You’ll receive a ZIP file with all your data.
📦 What’s Included in Your Archive?
Your X (Twitter) archive typically contains:
- ✅ Tweets, retweets, quote tweets
- ✅ Replies and threads
- ✅ DMs and group conversations
- ✅ Uploaded photos, videos, GIFs
- ✅ Followers, following, muted and blocked accounts
- ✅ Bookmarks and likes
- ✅ Login history and device info
- ✅ Moments and lists (if used)
Files are delivered in structured folders using .html, .json, and media formats.
🔧 How to Open & Store Your Archive
Because the archive is delivered as a ZIP file, you’ll need extraction and backup tools:
✅ WinZip
Extract the ZIP and browse folders with ease — great for large media archives.
✅ pCloud
Store your archive in the cloud with 10 GB of free, encrypted storage.
✅ EaseUS Backup
Schedule automatic backups of your archive to a hard drive or external system.
🔐 Is the Export Safe?
Yes — if you follow these best practices:
- Only download from the official X export tool
- Don’t share your ZIP file
- Use encrypted storage like pCloud or a secure USB stick
- Avoid uploading to unknown third-party platforms
Your archive contains sensitive content — from private DMs to metadata — so handle it responsibly.
🧠 Final Tips
- 🧾 Choose a regular export routine — especially if you’re active
- 🧽 Use your data to audit or clean up your digital presence
- 🧳 If you’re leaving X, export everything first
- 💾 Store backups in more than one secure location
📌 Summary
X (Twitter) lets you take full control of your data. With just a few clicks, you can export a full backup of your tweets, media, messages, and more — before making big decisions like account deletion.
🔘 Download Your X (Twitter) Archive Now →
🔐 Use WinZip to open it, and pCloud to store it securely.