By Abi john Balogun – Tech Writer | May 23, 2025
Mozilla’s Pocket (formerly known as Read It Later) has been a staple of web content curation for over a decade. Its seamless integration with Firefox and cross-platform availability made it the go-to read-it-later app for millions of users. However, as of mid-2025, Pocket is officially winding down operations on GetPocket.com, prompting a scramble among loyal users looking to preserve years of saved content.
In this article, we’ll break down how to export your Pocket data and walk you through the process of setting up your own private Pocket alternative using Wallabag, a robust open-source solution that puts you in control.
🚨 Why Is Pocket Shutting Down?
While Mozilla hasn’t disclosed full details, the move is believed to be part of a broader refocus on core technologies and privacy-first browser features. The official shutdown date for GetPocket.com has been announced as September 30, 2025. Mobile apps will be deprecated shortly after.
This leaves users with two options: migrate to another read-it-later service or self-host their own solution.
📦 How to Export Your Pocket Data
Fortunately, Mozilla provides a straightforward way to export your Pocket archive.
Steps to Export:
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Go to: https://getpocket.com/export
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Log in to your Pocket account.
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Click “Export HTML File”. This will download a
.htmlfile containing all your saved links, tags, and metadata. -
Save this file securely — you’ll need it for importing into Wallabag or other services.
⚠️ Note: The export file is not in JSON or RSS format, but a structured HTML file, which is still compatible with several import tools.