How to Export and Backup Credentials in France

Last updated: 1/29/2026Reading time: 4 min
Verified for France

This guide uses the official France Identité app name and FranceConnect authentication, verified from government sources.

Country

France

⏱️ Time Required

10 minutes

📊 Difficulty

medium

📄 Document

N/A - Backup Process

What You Need

  • France Identité app
  • Secure storage location (encrypted USB, cloud with 2FA)

Step-by-Step Instructions for France

1

Open France Identité

2

Go to Settings → Backup & Export

3

Select \'Create Encrypted Backup\'

4

Choose credentials to backup

5

Set backup password (strong, unique - you\'ll need this for restore)

6

App creates encrypted backup file

7

Save to: Encrypted cloud storage OR secure USB drive

8

Store backup password separately (password manager recommended)

9

Test restore on secondary device to ensure backup works

10

Keep backup updated (monthly recommended)

Troubleshooting

⚠️Common Issues & Solutions

If export fails: Check storage space, ensure 500MB free

If password forgotten: Cannot recover - use government re-issuance instead

If backup corrupted: Create new one, delete old

If restore fails: Ensure using same wallet version as backup

France-specific help: If issues persist, contact France Identité support via https://france-identite.gouv.fr

Benefits

Faster recovery if phone lost
Transfer to new phone easily
Offline backup (works without internet)
Multiple device support

Need Help with Other Credentials?

See all available guides for France Identité in France.

Frequently Asked Questions

Verwandte Leitfäden

Quellen

Informationen anhand offizieller Quellen verifiziert (2/16/2026)

  1. [1]France EUDI Wallet Official
  2. [2]EUDI Wallet User Guide

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