Export Your Data
GLPea makes it easy to export your health data. Share reports with your doctor, keep personal backups, or move your data elsewhere.
Export Options
Provider Report
A formatted summary designed for healthcare appointments:
What's Included:
- Dose adherence summary
- Weight trend chart
- Symptom overview
- Protocol history
- Treatment timeline
Best For:
- Doctor visits
- Insurance documentation
- Medical records
Full Data Export
Complete raw data from your account:
What's Included:
- All dose logs with details
- All weight entries
- Water intake history
- Symptom logs
- Protocol changes
- Account information
Best For:
- Personal backups
- Moving to another app
- Data analysis
How to Export
Provider Report
- Go to Settings → Provider Report
- Select date range (or use "All Time")
- Tap Generate Report
- Preview the PDF
- Tap Share to send via email, AirDrop, print, or save
Full Data Export
- Go to Settings → Export Health Data
- Choose what to include:
- Doses
- Weight
- Water
- Symptoms
- All data
- Select format:
- PDF - Formatted, readable document
- CSV - Spreadsheet-compatible data
- Choose date range
- Tap Export
- Share or save the file
Export Formats
PDF Format
- Professionally formatted
- Easy to read and share
- Includes charts and summaries
- Good for medical appointments
- Can be printed
CSV Format
- Raw data in spreadsheet format
- Opens in Excel, Google Sheets, Numbers
- Good for data analysis
- Useful for transferring to other apps
- Contains all data fields
What Each Export Contains
Dose Logs (CSV columns)
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| date | Date and time of dose |
| medication | Medication name |
| dose_amount | Dose in mg |
| injection_site | Where you injected |
| notes | Any notes you added |
Weight Logs (CSV columns)
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| date | Date and time |
| weight | Weight value |
| unit | lbs or kg |
Symptom Logs (CSV columns)
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| date | Date and time |
| symptom | Symptom name |
| severity | mild/moderate/severe |
| notes | Additional notes |
Sharing Options
After generating an export:
Email
Send directly to yourself or your doctor.
AirDrop
Transfer to a Mac or another Apple device instantly.
Save to Files
Store in iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or local storage.
Print
Print a physical copy of the PDF report.
Other Apps
Share to any app that accepts PDF or CSV files.
Scheduling Regular Exports
GLPea doesn't have automatic scheduled exports, but you can set a reminder:
- Use iOS Reminders to prompt yourself monthly
- Export before each doctor appointment
- Back up quarterly for safety
Using Exported Data
With Your Doctor
- Generate a Provider Report before your appointment
- Email it to your doctor or bring a printed copy
- Use it to discuss your progress and any concerns
For Personal Tracking
- Export CSV data
- Open in a spreadsheet app
- Create custom charts or analysis
- Track patterns your way
For Backup
- Export full data as CSV
- Save to a secure location (encrypted drive, secure cloud)
- Keep in case you ever need to recover
Privacy When Exporting
Exported Files Contain Health Data
Handle With Care
Exported files contain your personal health information. Be careful how you share and store them.
Safe practices:
- Don't email sensitive data over unsecured networks
- Use encrypted storage for backups
- Delete exported files when no longer needed
- Only share with trusted healthcare providers
Data Included
Exports include everything you've logged—no data is redacted. Only export what you're comfortable sharing.
Troubleshooting
Export Takes Too Long
Large date ranges may take time:
- Try a smaller date range
- Ensure good internet connection
- Keep the app open during export
File Won't Open
- PDF won't open: Try a different PDF reader
- CSV looks wrong: Open with a spreadsheet app, not text editor
- Garbled text: Ensure correct encoding (UTF-8)
Export Failed
- Check internet connection
- Try again with a smaller date range
- Restart the app
- Contact support if persistent
Missing Data in Export
- Verify the date range includes the data you want
- Check that you selected all data types
- Pull down to refresh before exporting