# How to Export Your Trips

You can export your trip data as a CSV file for taxes, reimbursement, or your own records.

## How to create an export

1. Go to **Settings > Exports** (or the Exports section in the app).
2. Choose your filters:
   - **Date range** — Select the start and end dates for the trips you want to include.
   - **Purpose** — Export all trips or only a specific purpose (e.g., Business only).
   - **Vehicle** — Export trips for all vehicles or a specific one.
3. Tap **Export**.

The export is generated in the background. You will receive a notification (and an email) when it is ready to download.

## What is in the export

The CSV file includes one row per trip with these columns:

| Column | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| START_DATE | Date and time the trip started |
| END_DATE | Date and time the trip ended |
| PURPOSE | Business, Personal, Medical, Charity, or Moving |
| START | Starting address |
| STOP | Ending address |
| MILES | Trip distance in miles |
| MILEAGE_RATE | Rate used (e.g., $0.70) |
| TOTAL | Dollar value of the trip |
| VEHICLE | Vehicle name (if assigned) |
| NOTES | Any notes you added |

## Downloading your export

Once the export is ready:

- Tap the notification or check **Settings > Exports** to find it.
- Tap **Download** to save the CSV file.
- Download links expire after 7 days. You can generate a new export if needed.

## Using the export for taxes

The CSV file opens in Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet app. You can use it to:

- Fill in your Schedule C (Form 1040) with your total business miles and deduction amount.
- Submit to your employer for mileage reimbursement.
- Provide to your accountant as part of your tax records.

## Tips

- **Export by year** for tax filing — set the date range to January 1 through December 31 of the tax year.
- **Classify all trips first** before exporting. Unclassified trips are included in the CSV but have no purpose or dollar value.
- The date and time in the export use your timezone.