Descript Project Not Saving or Edits Missing
Quick answer
Versions marked pending are saved locally first. Wait, then export and import a project backup via the Debug menu.
Most likely fix: Wait and check version history
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Wait and check version history
- Wait a few minutes and check for a successful save time
Did this fix it?2. Export a project backup
- Click the Descript D icon > Help & feedback > Debug > Export project backup
- Save the file
Did this fix it?3. Import the backup
- In a new project use Help & feedback > Debug > Import project backup
- If data is still missing, send the backup to support
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Project looks unsaved after restart or standby; version history shows pending.
Why it happens
- Pending versions not yet synced to cloud
This guide also covers
- descript project not saving
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