Messages Export Pro

Messages Export Pro is a macOS application designed to export iMessage and SMS conversations from the Apple Messages app into accessible file formats for archiving, documentation, and analysis.

Export Formats

• PDF: Creates clean, chat-style transcripts suitable for reading, printing, sharing, or legal documentation.
• CSV: Exports structured message data for use in Excel, spreadsheets, reporting, or analysis workflows.
• TXT: Provides a simple plain-text backup option for lightweight message archiving.

Message Data Preservation

Exports retain key conversation details including timestamps, sender information, message order, and formatting. Images are embedded in PDF exports, and Messages Export Pro also allows users to individually save attachments such as photos, videos, audio messages, and other files.

Privacy and Ease of Use

The app works directly with messages stored on a Mac, with no iPhone connection or device backup required. All processing is performed locally, helping users keep sensitive conversations private and under their control.

Pricing Model

TXT exports and attachment saving are available for free. PDF and CSV export functionality can be unlocked with a one-time in-app purchase, with no recurring subscription required.

Common Use Cases

Messages Export Pro is suited to legal record keeping, business documentation, customer support auditing, data analysis, compliance workflows, and personal message archiving.