diff --git a/src/pilgrim/ui/screens/diary_list_screen.py b/src/pilgrim/ui/screens/diary_list_screen.py
index d87ba93..a2b9b8b 100644
--- a/src/pilgrim/ui/screens/diary_list_screen.py
+++ b/src/pilgrim/ui/screens/diary_list_screen.py
@@ -304,8 +304,8 @@ class DiaryListScreen(Screen):
 
     def action_backup(self):
         session = self.app.service_manager.get_session()
-        backup_service = BackupService(session)
         if session:
+            backup_service = BackupService(session)
             result = backup_service.create_backup()
         else:
             self.notify("You must be logged in to perform this action")