Export Trello Board Data for Free with Python

Managing tasks in Trello is convenient, but exporting your board data to CSV is a premium feature. Trello Board CSV Exporter is a free Python script that allows you to export Trello board data effortlessly, perfect for analysis or reporting.

Why Use Trello Board CSV Exporter?

While Trello’s CSV export is limited to premium users, this script leverages the Trello API to pull board data and export it to CSV, saving you from upgrading just for exports.

Prerequisites

1. Trello API Key and Token: Get these from the Trello Developer Page. Populate a .env file using your API key and token.
2. Python and Dependencies: You’ll need Python and the required libraries installed (use pip install -r requirements.txt).

Quick Setup

Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/mattjh1/trello-csv-exporter.git
cd trello-csv-exporter

Set Up Virtual Environment:

python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate  # Linux/macOS
.\venv\Scripts\activate   # Windows
pip install -r requirements.txt

Run the Exporter:

python -m trello_exporter

Follow the prompts to select the Trello board. The CSV will be saved in the ./csv directory.

Conclusion

The Trello Board CSV Exporter offers a free, easy way to export Trello board data without needing a premium subscription. You can find the code on GitHub. Happy exporting!