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title: "How to perform a total POI backup"
slug: "how-to-perform-a-total-poi-backup"
description: "Learn how to perform a total backup of Points of Interest in NavVis IVION, including export options, file formats, and attachment inclusion."
tags: ["How to ...", "Data Backup", "Points of Interest"]
updated: 2026-09-29T13:25:32Z
published: 2026-09-29T13:25:32Z
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# How to perform a total POI backup

## Introduction

### Purpose

To perform a total backup of Points of Interest (POIs) in IVION, follow these steps:

1. **Open the POI Types Menu:**

- Navigate to the POI Types menu in your site.

1. **Expand the Import/Export POIs Panel:**

- Expand the Import/Export POIs panel at the bottom of the menu.

1. **Export POIs:**

- Click Export POIs to open the export options.

1. **Choose a Coordinate System:**

- Select a coordinate system for the export. You can choose from:
  - Site coordinate system: Exports POIs in the coordinate system previously chosen for the site.
  - Spatial reference system: Exports POIs in another spatial reference system.
  - Dataset: Exports POIs in the coordinate system of a specific dataset.
  - Other (.csv format only).

1. **Select File Format:**

- Choose either .json or .csv file formats. For a complete backup, it is recommended to use the .json format as it includes all information.

1. **Select Delimiter and Number Format (for .csv):**

- If exporting in .csv format, select the correct Delimiter and Number format.

1. **Include Attachments:**

- Select Include attachments to create a .zip file with file attachments. This is useful for migrations and backing up data.

1. **Export and Save:**

- Click Export POIs and save the file to your hard drive.

This process will give you a complete backup of all POIs, including their types and type groups, in their hierarchical structure.

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### FAQ

#### What is the purpose of the backup process in IVION?

The purpose is to perform a total backup of Points of Interest (POIs) in IVION.

#### How do I access the POI Types menu?

You can access the POI Types menu by navigating to it in your site.

#### What file formats can I choose for exporting POIs?

You can choose either .json or .csv file formats for exporting POIs.

#### Is it recommended to use .json format for a complete backup?

Yes, it is recommended to use the .json format as it includes all information.

#### Can I include attachments in the backup?

Yes, you can select 'Include attachments' to create a .zip file with file attachments.

#### What should I do after selecting the export options?

After selecting the export options, click 'Export POIs' and save the file to your hard drive.

#### What coordinate systems can I choose from when exporting?

You can choose from site coordinate system, spatial reference system, dataset, or other (for .csv format only).

#### Do I need to select a delimiter and number format when exporting as .csv?

Yes, if exporting in .csv format, you need to select the correct delimiter and number format.

#### How do I download a Point of Interest from IVION?

To download (export) a Point of Interest, go to the POI Types menu in your site, expand the Import/Export POIs panel, click **Export POIs**, select a coordinate system and file format (.json or .csv), then click **Export POIs** to save the file to your computer.