How to Export Mastodon Posts as Plain Text With Metadata

Mastodon does not include a built-in one-click export for individual posts as plain text files. The default data export from your account settings delivers a JSON archive that is difficult to read without technical tools. Many users want a clean text copy of their posts that preserves timestamps, visibility settings, and reply context. This article … Read more

Mastodon Export Verification: How to Confirm No Posts Were Lost

After exporting your Mastodon archive, you may worry that some posts were omitted during the process. The export tool generates a JSON file containing statuses, but network interruptions or server rate limits can truncate the data. This article explains how to verify the completeness of your Mastodon export by checking post counts, timestamps, and file … Read more

Mastodon Export Account Settings JSON: How to Read

When you export your Mastodon account settings, the platform generates a JSON file that contains your profile, preferences, and other configuration data. Many users export this file for backup or migration purposes but struggle to interpret the raw JSON structure. This article explains the key sections of the Mastodon export JSON file and shows you … Read more