How to export data from Linear
Export your Linear issue data as a CSV file: open the workspace menu, go to Import & export, and request the export to get a download link by email.
Quick answer
To export data from Linear, open the workspace menu, choose Settings, then select Import & export. Under Export, click Export… to request your issue data in CSV format. Linear emails you a download link once the export is available, so check your inbox. Private teams can be included with a separate option.
Steps at a glance
- Open the workspace menu at the top of the sidebar
- Choose Settings from the menu
- Select Import & export in the settings sidebar
- Find the Export section on the page
- Click Export… next to Issue data
- Check your email for the download link
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Summary
Linear lets you export your issue data in CSV format from the Import & export settings page. A CSV copy is useful for reporting, backups, and moving data into spreadsheets or other tools.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the workspace menu
Click your workspace name at the top of the left sidebar. A menu opens with workspace options, including Settings.
Step 2
Open Settings
Choose **Settings** in the menu. Linear opens the settings area, starting on your Preferences page, with a sidebar of settings sections on the left.
Step 3
Open Import & export
In the settings sidebar, find the Administration group and click **Import & export**. The page shows the Import assistant at the top and an Export section below it.
Step 4
Start the CSV export
In the Export section, find the Issue data row and click **Export…**. The page notes that you can export your issue data in CSV format and that Linear emails you the download link once the export is available. Use the Include private teams option if you also need private team data.
Why this matters
You need a copy of your team's issues outside Linear, for a quarterly report, a backup before a big cleanup, or a spreadsheet review. Exporting to CSV gives you the data in a format any spreadsheet app can open.
Frequently asked questions
What format does Linear export issue data in?
The Export section says you can export your issue data in CSV format.
How do I receive the exported file?
Once the export is available, Linear emails you the download link.
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