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# Sunsetting Collections on Peerlist

> Collections is being retired. Learn what's changing, why we made this decision, and how to download your data before it's deleted.

We're retiring the **Collections** feature on Peerlist. This article explains what's changing, why we made this decision, and how you can download a copy of your collection data before it's removed.

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## What's happening

Collections is being phased out in two steps:

| Date              | What changes                                                                                                                                                            |
| ----------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **June 08, 2026** | Collections becomes read-only. You can no longer create, edit, or reorder collections. Your existing collections stay visible, and **data download becomes available**. |
| **July 08, 2026** | All collection data is permanently deleted. Collection pages and links will no longer be accessible after this date.                                                    |

<Warning>
  Please download your data before **July 07, 2026**. After July 08, collection data cannot be recovered.
</Warning>

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## Why we're sunsetting Collections

When we built Collections, we hoped it would give you a creative way to showcase your work, share what you're into, and spark conversations when someone visited your profile.

Over time, Collections didn't see the level of adoption we'd hoped for. After careful thought, we decided it was better to step back from the feature rather than leave it half-supported.

This is also part of a larger effort to **declutter the Peerlist profile**. Peerlist began with profiles at its core, and a lot has changed since then, especially with the rise of AI. We believe your profile should evolve to reflect that. Removing features that aren't earning their place is the first step toward building better, more meaningful ways to help you showcase your work and credibility.

We're grateful to everyone who used Collections and shared feedback along the way. It genuinely informs what we build next.

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## How to download your collection data

You can export your collections as a **JSON file**, which includes each collection's title, type, and all of its saved items (titles, links, descriptions, and more).

<Info>
  Downloading your data is currently available **on the web only** [(`peerlist.io`)](https://peerlist.io). It isn't supported in the mobile apps. If you're on mobile, please open Peerlist in a desktop or mobile browser to download.
</Info>

### Steps

1. Open Peerlist in a web browser and sign in.
2. Go to your **profile** or open the **Collections** section.
3. Look for the **"Peerlist Collections is being retired"** banner.
4. Click **Download as JSON**.
5. A file named `peerlist-collections-YOUR-USERNAME-DATE.json` will be saved to your device.

### What's included in the download

* Your username and name
* Each collection's title, type, and item count
* Every item in each collection: title, URL, image, description, type, author, and the date it was added
* The export date and the scheduled deletion date, for your reference

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## When can I download?

Data download is available from **June 08, 2026** and will remain available until the deletion date.

**Deadline: download before July 07, 2026.** Collection data is permanently deleted on **July 08, 2026** and cannot be restored afterward.

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## Frequently asked questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Will sunsetting Collections affect the rest of my profile?">
    No. Only Collections is being removed. Your projects, posts, experience, and the rest of your profile are unaffected.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I still view my collections before they're deleted?">
    Yes. Until July 07, 2026, your existing collections remain viewable in read-only mode. You just can't create or edit them.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I download my data from the mobile app?">
    Not at this time. Data download is available on the web only. Please use a browser to download your collections.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What happens to links to my collections after July 08?">
    Collection pages and links will no longer be accessible once the data is deleted.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="I missed the deadline. Can you recover my data?">
    Unfortunately, no. Collection data is permanently deleted on July 08, 2026 and cannot be recovered, so please download a copy before then.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Need help?

If you run into any trouble downloading your data or have questions about this change, please reach out to our support team at [support@peerlist.io](mailto:support@peerlist.io) and we're happy to help.