# Export JSON file

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1. Open the Nova Wallet application.
2. `Select` the **identicon** at the top right of the screen.
3. `Select` the **settings** option (cogwheel).
4. `Select` the **account** that you wish to export.
5. `Select` a **network**, in most cases you can choose Polkadot.
6. `Select` **Export account**.
7. `Select` **Restore JSON**.
8. `Input` your **pin** or provide **biometric** authorization.

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Note: If you originally imported your account via JSON file, you will not be able to export the **mnemonic passphrase** or the **raw seed**.

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### Alternative Way to Export JSON File

1. Open the Nova Wallet application.
2. `Select` the **Settings** tab.
3. `Select` **Backup**.
4. `Select` **Back up manually**.
5. `Select` the **account** that you wish to export.
6. `Input` your **pin** or provide **biometric** authorization.
7. Carefully review and accept the warnings.
8. `Select` **Confirm**.
9. If you originally imported your account via JSON file, `select` **Export JSON file**.
10. Otherwise, `select` the **settings** option (cogwheel) and then `select` **Export JSON file**.