# ChatShell

> Export ChatGPT conversations to PDF, Markdown, DOCX, HTML, and JSON. A local-first, privacy-first Chrome extension with LaTeX math support.

ChatShell is a browser extension that lets users back up and organize their ChatGPT conversations in multiple formats. Conversation export processing happens locally in the browser. License validation sends the license key and instance ID to the services described in the privacy policy; conversation content is not included.

## Key Features

- Export to 5 formats: PDF, Markdown, Word (DOCX), HTML, JSON
- Batch export for Pro users: export multiple conversations at once
- LaTeX math rendering preserved in exports
- Team workspace export support
- Local-first architecture: all data stays on your device
- No account required for basic features
- Localized website and product guidance in 10 languages

## Install

- Chrome Web Store: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/chatshell-export-chatgpt/cgbbhkffpjedcannkmgldlfkolppodnh
- Website: https://www.chatshellexport.com

## Use Cases

- Back up important ChatGPT conversations before they are lost
- Export conversations for documentation, reports, or knowledge bases
- Convert ChatGPT conversations to Markdown for use in wikis or note-taking apps
- Archive team workspace conversations before account changes
- Create PDF records of AI-assisted research or coding sessions

## Pricing

- Free tier: basic export features
- Standard plan: full single-conversation export features
- Pro plan: batch export and team workspace export

## Documentation

- Homepage: https://www.chatshellexport.com
- FAQ: https://www.chatshellexport.com/faq
- Docs: https://www.chatshellexport.com/docs
- Changelog: https://www.chatshellexport.com/changelog
- Blog: https://www.chatshellexport.com/blog

## Format Guides

- ChatGPT to PDF: https://www.chatshellexport.com/chatgpt-to-pdf
- ChatGPT to Markdown: https://www.chatshellexport.com/chatgpt-to-markdown
- ChatGPT to DOCX: https://www.chatshellexport.com/chatgpt-to-docx
- ChatGPT to JSON: https://www.chatshellexport.com/chatgpt-to-json
- Batch Export: https://www.chatshellexport.com/batch-export
- Team Workspace Export: https://www.chatshellexport.com/team-workspace-export

## Comparisons

- ChatShell vs ChatGPT Exporter: https://www.chatshellexport.com/compare-chatshell-vs-chatgpt-exporter
- ChatShell vs ChatGPT2PDF: https://www.chatshellexport.com/compare-chatshell-vs-chatgpt2pdf
- ChatShell vs AI Chat Exporter: https://www.chatshellexport.com/compare-chatshell-vs-ai-chat-exporter

## Privacy

- Privacy Policy: https://www.chatshellexport.com/privacy
- Terms of Service: https://www.chatshellexport.com/terms
- Conversation content is processed locally and is not uploaded to developer servers
- License validation and website analytics are described in the privacy policy
- Not affiliated with or endorsed by OpenAI or ChatGPT

## Languages

English, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 日本語, 한국어, Français, Deutsch, Español, Português (BR), العربية