A practical walkthrough
Create and protect a backup
Export a restorable backup and keep a separate copy before changing phones or making major changes.
English guide reviewed . Button wording can vary by app language and version.
Before you begin
The current portable .zawid backup is not encrypted by default. Anyone who can access it may read its contents. Choose a private location and keep an additional copy outside the phone.
Follow these steps
Open Backup and restore
Open Backup and restore from the app menu and choose to create a backup.
Choose the destination
Choose device storage or Google Drive when available in the Android file picker. Complete identity confirmation if the app requests it.
Save the actual file
Choose the folder and finish saving. For Drive, select the actual Drive location in the file picker; the export does not enable automatic synchronization.
Check and protect the copy
Wait for success and confirm the .zawid file exists at the destination. Restrict access and keep a current copy outside the device.
A worked example
After finishing the day’s entries, create a dated .zawid backup and verify the saved copy. A statement PDF will not restore the accounts.
Avoid common mistakes
- Manual backup and restoration are available in Free and Pro.
- Older encrypted backups need their original password, which cannot be recovered if lost.
- Internal pre-import copies remain on the phone; do not rely on them alone when moving devices.