Where Does Readwise Store Highlights?
Readwise highlights and library on mobile and web, where exports live and what syncs.
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Readwise gathers highlights from Kindle, articles and PDFs into a cloud library with the Reader app for triage. The durable copy lives in your Readwise account and feeds note apps on schedule.
Mobile apps cache content under their package or container. That cache is disposable next to the account. For keepsakes, export from the dashboard rather than digging in folders.
Where Readwise stores this, by platform
/storage/emulated/0/Android/data/[readwise-package]/files
Library and highlights sync from the account. Local files cache offline reads. Check App info for the package when browsing scoped storage.
/var/mobile/Containers/Data/Application/<guid>/Documents
GUID varies per install. Exports to Obsidian and Notion run server side on a schedule. Keep the account email current for recovery.
Frequently asked questions
How do I export Readwise highlights?
Open the article or book and use Export or share to Markdown, CSV or your notes app. Scheduled exports to Obsidian, Notion and Readwise Reader run from the web dashboard.
How do I move Readwise to a new phone?
Sign into the same Readwise account on the new phone. Library, feeds and highlights sync from the cloud. Local app data only caches the current view.
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