Download Backup Feature in GemPages

About the Download Backup Feature

The Download Backup option creates a .txt file containing your page’s configuration data. This file stores the layout, sections, elements, and settings of your page.

Benefits of using the Download Backup feature:

• Protect your work: Have a copy saved in case of errors or unwanted changes.
• Work with confidence: Try out new ideas without worrying about losing the original.
• Stay organized: Keep a version history outside GemPages.

Steps to Get a Download Backup of Your Page?

Step 1: From your Shopify admin, navigate to the GemPages Builder app > Pages. You’ll find all your pages built with GemPages there.

Then, click on the target page that you want to download a backup to access the editor.

Step 2: In the top bar, click the three-dot button and select Download backup.

Step 3: The backup file will be downloaded to your device in the .txt format.

Example of a downloaded backup file name: 

gempages_backup_page_586093829224923933_2025-09-30-16-51-15.txt

What You Can Do with the Backup File

Once you’ve downloaded the .txt backup file, here are the actions you can take:

• Restore your page: Import the file back into GemPages if you need to roll back changes.

Refer to this article for further information about the Import feature in GemPages.

• Reuse layouts: Apply the backup file to recreate the same design on another page (or store) that also uses GemPages v7.
• Safe storage: Keep your work backed up outside GemPages in case of accidental edits or unexpected issues.

FAQs about the Download Backup feature

1. Can I open the .txt backup file directly?

Yes, you can open it in a text editor (like Notepad or VS Code). However, the content is in JSON format, meant for GemPages to read, not for manual editing.

2. Does the backup file include my images or uploaded assets?

No. The file only contains page structure and settings. Images and other media must be re-uploaded separately if missing.

3. Can I use the backup file across different stores?

Yes, as long as both stores are using GemPages v7. Keep in mind that store-specific data (like product links) may need to be updated after restoring.

4. How often should I download a backup?

It’s recommended to create a backup before making major changes or whenever you want to save a stable version of your page outside GemPages.