Google has introduced import tools for Gemini that enable users to transfer their stored memories and complete conversation histories from ChatGPT and Claude. These tools are now available for free to both free and paid consumer accounts in Gemini settings.
However, users in the UK, Switzerland, and the European Economic Area are not included in the rollout. The update was announced by Maryam Sanglaji, Group Product Manager for the Gemini app, in a blog post published by Google.
Memory And Chat History Import In Gemini
The first tool manages preference and memory transfer. Instead of manually re-entering personal context into Gemini, users copy a prompt provided by Google, paste it into their existing AI assistant, and then paste the summary back into Gemini’s settings.
The summary includes established preferences such as writing style, interests, and personal details that the user previously shared with the other assistant.
How To Export ChatGPT And Claude Data To Gemini
The second tool enables users to upload a ZIP file containing their conversation history from another provider. Gemini allows up to five ZIP files per day, with a maximum size of 5GB each.
Once uploaded, these conversations become searchable within the Gemini interface. Google will also rename the existing “past chats” sidebar to “memory” over the next few weeks to better reflect the broader integration of imported personal context.
Gemini Import Tools Availability And Regional Limits
To use the import tools, users need to request a data export from their current provider.
For ChatGPT, open Settings, go to Data controls, and choose Export data.
For Claude, open Settings, navigate to Privacy, and select Export data.
The exported data is sent by email as a ZIP file. Processing times vary by provider and may take several days before the file is ready to download and upload to Gemini.
The switch tools can be accessed through the Settings menu in Gemini on both free and paid consumer accounts. The rollout is global, except for the UK, Switzerland, and all countries within the European Economic Area, where the tools are not yet available. Google has not provided a timeline for when they will be expanded to those regions.
