we want to own the content

This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.

Problem:
The client wants to export content from WordPress that has been translated using WPML, regardless of whether the WPML Translation Editor or the WordPress Editor was used. The client wishes to back up this content externally, such as in a Google Doc or a spreadsheet.
Solution:
We recommend using the standard WordPress export functionality found under Tools → Export. This feature works irrespective of the translation method used. For a more flexible exporting tool, the client can use the WP All Export plugin. Detailed documentation on how to export multilingual websites using WP All Export and WPML can be found here:

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Last updated by Andrey 1 year, 5 months ago.

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February 19, 2024 at 2:15 pm #15318836
gabrielS-38	Tell us what you are trying to do? We are keeping WPML bacause we are very happy with the product, and also with the support. However, we are a little worried about owning our content. In other words, we will be adding and editing content directly on wordpress with WPML, by using any the two methods: - WPML Translation Editor - WordPress Editor We will be using both methods, because some translators preffer the one, and others prefer the other. Now, what we would like to be able to do, is export the content to: a google doc, or a spreadsheet. It this possible for both translation methods? (WPML Translation Editor and WordPress Editor)? We just like to have the content backed up on our own place, besides wordpress. Thanks in advance.
February 19, 2024 at 8:13 pm #15320034
Andrey WPML Supporter since 06/2013 Languages: English (English ) Russian (Русский ) Timezone: Europe/Kyiv (GMT+03:00)	Thank you for contacting WPML support. As far as I can see, you can export the content using standard WordPress tools in Tools → Export, and it doesn't matter which translation method you used to translate the page, for example. You can use the WP All Export plugin for a more flexible exporting tool. https://wpml.org/documentation/plugins-compatibility/export-multilingual-websites-using-wp-all-export-wpml/ WPML Export and Import – The Easiest Way to Export and Import WordPress Website Translations https://wpml.org/documentation/related-projects/wpml-export-and-import/ I hope this helps.