How To Export Viber Messages: CSV, PDF & Backup Guide

Losing years of conversations and memories from Viber can be distressing, as it serves as a digital diary for many. Built-in backups to Google Drive or iCloud are encrypted and not easily readable on a computer. To access and archive your Viber messages on a computer, exporting to formats like CSV and PDF is crucial. This guide will explore effective methods to export Viber messages, from native tricks to professional tools, for a readable archive.

Part 1. How to Export Viber Messages to CSV/Text

If you are looking for a quick, free way to save your text messages and don't mind a lack of formatting (like chat bubbles or images), Viber's native tools are a good starting point. These methods typically generate CSV (Comma Separated Values) or TXT files.

Method 1: Email Message History

For years, Viber included a direct "Email Message History" button. While some recent updates have shuffled the settings menu, this remains one of the fastest ways to extract text logs if the feature is available on your version of the app.

Step 1. Open Viber on your smartphone.

Step 2. Tap on More (the three lines in the bottom corner).

Step 3. Navigate to Settings > Calls and Messages.

Step 4. Look for an option labeled Email Message History.

Step 5. Once tapped, the app will compile your data. You can then choose to send the ZIP file to yourself via email.

Method 2: Request Your Data

If you cannot find the email option, don't worry. Due to data privacy laws (like GDPR), Viber provides a formal way to request a copy of all data they hold on you, including your chat history.

Step 1. Go to Settings > Privacy.

Step 2. Scroll down to Personal Data.

Step 3. Select Request Your Data.

Step 4. Confirm your request.

It may take a few days for Viber to process the report. Once ready, you will receive a file (usually JSON or CSV format) containing your history. While comprehensive, the layout is technical and difficult to read compared to a standard document.

Part 2: How to Export Viber Chat History to PDF

The native methods above give you raw text, which is messy and hard to read. If your goal is to have a document that looks like a conversation—with names, dates, and easier readability—you likely want a PDF. Since Viber doesn't have a "Save to PDF" button, we have to use a clever workaround.

This method requires a computer but gives you the most control over how the final document looks without buying software.

Step 1: Download and install the Viber app for Windows or Mac and sync it with your phone.

Step 2: Open the specific conversation you want to save. Scroll up to load older messages (this can be tedious for very long chats).

Step 3: Click and drag your mouse to highlight the text, or press Ctrl + A (Windows) / Cmd + A (Mac) to select the visible text. Copy it (Ctrl + C).

Step 4: Open Microsoft Word or Google Docs and paste the content.

Step 5: Format the document to your liking, then go to File > Export > Create PDF (or Download as PDF in Google Docs).

Part 3: One-Stop Solution: Use TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer to Back Up Viber Messages

If the manual methods sound too exhausting or technical, professional software offers a streamlined alternative. While the name suggests it is for WhatsApp, TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer is a robust tool that fully supports Viber, LINE, and Kik.

TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer is an all-in-one solution designed to help users easily transfer, back up, restore, and export messages from WhatsApp, Viber, LINE, and Kik. The program supports a wide range of message types, including text, audio, stickers, photos, videos, and more.

This tool bridges the gap between "Backup" and "Export." It allows you to back up your Viber data to your computer and then view or export that data in a way that is actually usable.

Why Choose a Professional Tool?

• Readability: Unlike the raw CSV files from Viber, tools like TunesKit are designed to parse the data into a readable format.
• Media Support: It handles photos and attachments better than a simple text copy-paste.
• Security: The backup is stored locally on your PC, giving you full control over your private data.

How to Use TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer to Export Viber Messages

To get your Viber messages exported to computer, just follow the steps below to make it.

Step 1 Connect iPhone to PC

To begin with, download and install TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer to your computer. Select Viber and choose the Backup feature.

Step 2 Back Up Viber to Computer

Click on the Start Backup button to get your Viber messages backed up to your computer. You will get a backup file in a few minutes later. To export your Viber messages, click on the Export button for the next step.

Step 3 Export Viber Messages

In this step, you can choose which backup files you want to export. Simply select the files you need, then click the Start Export button to export your Viber messages.

FAQ: Common Questions About Viber Exports

Part 5. Conclusion

Navigating Viber's export options can be frustrating due to privacy prioritization, but understanding your needs helps. Casual users can use Copy/Paste or Email Message History for small data, while preserving chat history for legal or sentimental reasons requires more than CSV files or screenshots. Professional tools like TunesKit WhatsApp Transfer ensure reliable data preservation. Act now to secure your conversations before they are lost.