Export

Summary

Rive provides several ways to share and use your animations. You can export a runtime file for web and apps, a backup file for other designers, generate interactive share links, publish to the community marketplace, or render traditional formats like MP4 and GIF.

Step by Step

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   Export for Runtime (.riv)

   Click the "Export" button and select "Export for Runtime" to generate a tiny .riv binary file. This is the file you provide to developers for integration into websites, apps, or game engines.
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   Backup File (.rev)

   Go to the top-left menu, select Export, and choose Backup (.rev). This file format preserves all editor data and is used for sharing projects with other designers.
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   Generate Share Link

   Select the desired artboard and animation, then click Generate Share Link. This creates a browser-accessible link or embed code that allows others to interact with your graphics.
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   Publish to Marketplace

   Use this option to share your work with the Rive community. Note that users will be able to inspect, comment on, and remix your source file.
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   Render Queue

   For traditional video formats, select Add to Render Queue. Choose your format (MP4, GIF, WebM, etc.), set the loop count and quality, then click play to start the cloud render.

Notes About Current Rive

• Runtime vs. Backup: Use .riv for implementation (code) and .rev for collaboration (designers).
• Interactivity Limitation: Video renders (MP4, GIF) only capture a single timeline; they do not support State Machine interactions. Use Share Links or Runtime files if interactivity is required.
• Performance: .riv files are highly optimized for performance, making them superior to traditional video formats for digital products.