Requesting XML Data

You can request a data backup at any time from inside BrightMove. Data is exported as an XML file and is designed to be imported into an ATS.

All information in BrightMove is included in the standard XML File output EXCEPT Attachments. This includes profiles (candidate, manager, clients, etc.), activities, submittals, etc.

The Attachments export is a data migration tool, not a way to download individual resumes. It is designed to transfer all attachment data from BrightMove into another ATS and includes every file attached to every candidate profile, not just resumes. The export is delivered in a compressed archive format that requires technical processing to extract and match files back to their profiles, and is not practical for everyday use or individual resume retrieval.

If you are looking to view or download a specific candidate's resume, you can do so directly from the candidate profile. The Attachments export is intended for full account migrations only.

That said, if you do need a full export (for example, as part of an account transition), email [email protected] to request it. BrightMove provides this export once per account as a courtesy. It is best to wait until no new attachments are being added to the account before requesting. Additional exports are available for a fee.

In the email will be a link to download your file. The file download will be available for 30 days from the sent message time.