2012 • Steam Cloud supported
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Profile save location and backup guide for Euro Truck Simulator 2 on PC, including Steam Cloud restore safety.
Note: Save paths may change with game updates or patches. Always verify the location before using it. Paths may vary by game version, launcher (Steam, Epic, GOG), or regional releases.
Save Locations
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Euro Truck Simulator 2\profiles\ Back up the full profiles folder so career progress, settings, and profile metadata restore together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I back up Euro Truck Simulator 2 saves before reinstalling?
Copy the full profiles folder before reinstalling or moving PCs. Euro Truck Simulator 2 stores career progress by profile, so partial backups can leave a profile unreadable after restore.
Why is my Euro Truck Simulator 2 profile missing after I restore it?
Steam Cloud can overwrite a manual restore, or the game may not detect a partially copied profile directory. Restore the full profiles folder and confirm the correct profile appears before syncing again.
Can I move my Euro Truck Simulator 2 save to another PC?
Yes. Copy your ETS2 profile folder to the same Documents location on the new PC, then launch the game and verify your company profile opens correctly before deleting the old backup.
Does Euro Truck Simulator 2 Steam Cloud replace local backups?
It can if the cloud copy is older or tied to a different restore state. Pause Steam Cloud before restoring an important ETS2 profile, then re-enable it only after checking the correct save loaded.
Should I back up mods with Euro Truck Simulator 2 saves?
Yes. ETS2 profiles can depend on enabled mods, so restoring a profile without the same mod setup may trigger warnings or broken loads. Keep a copy of your mod list alongside the save backup.