No Real Search
Hundreds of conversations with no way to filter, tag, or full-text search across them.
100% Local · Zero Cloud Upload
AI Chat Importer
Import and search your ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek conversations — 100% local, zero cloud upload.
Export your AI conversation history and back it up into a private, searchable archive that never leaves your device.
New here? Read our complete guide to backing up AI conversations.
Supports: ChatGPT · Claude · DeepSeek
Already a power user? Windows Desktop App — £29 one-time →
ChatGPT Wasn't Built to Manage Your History
And that's a real problem once you rely on it daily.
Privacy Concerns
Your prompts and responses live on OpenAI's servers. You have no offline, private copy.
Data Loss Risk
Account bans, outages, or policy changes can wipe months of conversation history without warning.
Take Control of Your Conversations
Three steps. No sign-up required.
Import Your Export
Upload the ZIP file you get from ChatGPT's Export Data feature. Parsing happens entirely in your browser.
Search, Filter & Organize
Full-text search across every message. Filter by date or conversation title. Find anything in seconds.
Stay Private by Default
Nothing leaves your device. No analytics, no tracking, no server-side storage. Your conversations stay yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I export ChatGPT conversations?
Go to ChatGPT Settings → Data Controls → Export Data. You'll receive a ZIP file by email within minutes. Open that file in AI Chat Importer to import all your conversations instantly.
Does AI Chat Importer upload my data to the cloud?
No. AI Chat Importer runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. When you import a conversation, all processing happens locally on your device. No conversation text is ever transmitted to our servers — we never see your messages.
Can I back up Claude and DeepSeek conversations?
Yes. AI Chat Importer supports ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek exports for local, private archiving. Export your conversations from each platform and import them all into a single searchable archive.
Does AI Chat Importer work offline?
Yes. Once the app is loaded in your browser, all features work without an internet connection. Your archive is stored locally in your browser using IndexedDB — no cloud connection is required.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The web app is completely free to use with no account required. A paid desktop app for Windows is also available at £29 one-time — it adds unlimited storage, Smart Import, Auto-Sort with AI, and a Folder Manager. Learn more →
Which browsers are supported?
AI Chat Importer works in all modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend Chrome or Edge for the best performance with large conversation archives.
What happens to my data if I stop using the app?
Because all data is stored locally in your browser, you can export your archive at any time. If you clear your browser data, your archive will be removed — but you can always re-import from your original ChatGPT export file.
How is this different from just keeping my ChatGPT export ZIP?
The ChatGPT export is a raw JSON file that's not readable without a developer. AI Chat Importer gives you full-text search, date filtering, conversation browsing, and a readable interface — all without sending anything to a server.
Is AI Chat Importer open source?
You can verify AI Chat Importer's privacy claims yourself — open DevTools in your browser while using the app, check the Network tab, and you will see zero conversation data transmitted to any external server. The product works entirely in your browser.
Will my archive break if ChatGPT changes their export format?
We actively maintain compatibility with the ChatGPT export format and ship updates whenever OpenAI changes their data structure. Your existing archive is never affected by format changes.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ or contact us.
Ready to Own Your Chat History?
Import your ChatGPT export and start browsing in under a minute. Free. No account required.
Need help exporting your chats? Read our AI conversation guides.