The Sims 4 Save File Location
Here's exactly where The Sims 4 keeps your saves on every platform, how to open the folder, and how to back them up before mods or updates.
Save file locations
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves
Full path: C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves\ . Save files are named Slot_*.save with numbered backups (.ver0, .ver1, etc.).
~/Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4/saves
In Finder use Go > Go to Folder and paste the path.
Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings > Saved Data
Console saves are sealed and can't be copied as raw files. Back them up to PS Plus cloud or a USB drive from this menu.
My games & apps > <Game> > Manage game > Saved data
Xbox saves sync automatically to the cloud with your Microsoft account; there is no user-accessible save file on disk.
Cloud saves
On PC, The Sims 4 saves live locally and are not automatically synced to the cloud, so back them up manually before installing mods or updates. Corrupt saves are common after patches, which is why keeping copies matters.
How to open the save folder
- Press Win + R to open the Run box.
- Type %userprofile%\Documents and press Enter.
- Open Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > saves.
- Copy the whole save folder somewhere safe before editing, modding, or moving PCs.
FAQ
Where is The Sims 4 save file on PC?
It's at C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves. Press Win+R, type %userprofile%\Documents, then open Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves.
How do I back up my Sims 4 save?
Copy the whole saves folder (all Slot_*.save files and their .ver backups) to a safe location. To restore, paste them back.
How do I recover a corrupted Sims 4 save?
The game keeps numbered backups (.ver0 is newest, then .ver1, .ver2...). Rename an older .ver file to .save to roll back to a working version.