How to Create GTA 5 Mod Backup - Save Your Setup 2025

Backup Your GTA 5 Mod Setup

Never lose your perfect mod configuration again.

What to Backup

  • Scripts folder (all .asi, .dll, .cs files)
  • Mods folder (if using OpenIV mods folder)
  • OpenIV.asi and dinput8.dll
  • Custom .ini configuration files
  • dlclist.xml
  • Your add-on vehicle folders

Quick Backup Method

  1. Copy entire GTA V folder to external drive
  2. Takes space but 100% safe
  3. Can restore anytime

Selective Backup (Recommended)

  1. Create folder: GTA5_Mods_Backup
  2. Copy scripts folder
  3. Export mods folder from OpenIV
  4. Copy dlclist.xml from update/update.rpf/common/data
  5. List installed mods in text file

Cloud Backup Options

Use Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive for automatic backups.