Export Plex Database

Moving Plex Server to Same OS

To export your Plex Media Server database to another computer with the same OS, copy the data directory and additional server settings. Replace any existing files on the destination system. Reboot and then update library paths in the Plex Web App.

Moving Plex Server to Different OS

Moving the Plex database to a different OS is complex and not officially supported. Preferences and library access may not transfer. Follow the same process for same OS systems, but be prepared for additional challenges.

Step-by-Step Export Guide

Copy the Plex Media Server data directory and additional settings from the source system. On Windows, include the registry. On macOS, copy the plist file. For Linux and NAS, server settings are in the data directory. Replace files on the destination system, reboot, edit library locations, scan libraries, and remove old content paths.

Backing Up Plex Database

Backup by zipping the main Plex Media Server data directory, excluding the Cache directory. Backup additional settings from the registry, plist, or preferences.xml files. To restore, place the data back in the original location, restore settings, and reinstall Plex Media Server.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I export a spreadsheet with metadata from my Plex library?

It used to be possible with plugins, but currently, there is no modern solution to export a spreadsheet with metadata directly from the Plex library.

Are there any plugins available to export the Plex database?

There used to be plugins for this purpose, but it is no longer possible with plugins as there are no modern plugins available for exporting the Plex database.

Can I still export my Plex library data to a spreadsheet?

Exporting Plex library data to a spreadsheet is difficult as there are no current methods or plugins that support this functionality.

Where is the information from my Plex library stored?

The information from your Plex library is stored on the server.

Is there a tutorial available for exporting the Plex database?

Since exporting the Plex database via plugins is no longer possible, and there is no modern method available, there is no current tutorial for this task.

Common Use Cases

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  Migrate Plex library to a new server
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  Create backups for Plex media metadata
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  Analyze Plex database for custom reporting
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  Share Plex library settings with another user
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  Restore Plex library from backup after data loss

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