Quick Start

This guide will help you import your first conversations into Chatelope.

Step 1: Export Your Data

First, export your conversation history from your AI platform:

ChatGPT

1. Go to chatgpt.com
2. Click your profile picture > Settings
3. Navigate to Data Controls
4. Click Export Data
5. You'll receive an email with a download link

Claude

1. Go to claude.ai
2. Click your profile > Settings
3. Go to Privacy
4. Click Export data
5. Download the ZIP file from the email link

Gemini

1. Go to takeout.google.com
2. Click Deselect all
3. Scroll down and check My Activity
4. Click All activity data included, then Deselect all in the pop-up
5. Check only Gemini Apps and click OK
6. Click Next step, then Create export
7. Download the ZIP file when it's ready

Don't select the separate Gemini product in the Takeout list. It only exports your Gems, not your chat history.

Step 2: Import to Chatelope

1. Open Chatelope and go to Import in the sidebar
2. Select your platform (ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini)
3. Upload your export file (ZIP or JSON)
4. Review the detected conversations
5. Click Import to add them to your library

Step 3: Organize Your Conversations

Once imported, you can organize your conversations:

• Create folders - Click the folder icon in the sidebar to create folders
• Add tags - Open a conversation and click Add Tag
• Star important ones - Click the star icon to mark favorites

Step 4: Set Up AI (Optional)

To use the built-in chat feature, configure an AI provider:

1. Go to Settings > AI Settings
2. Choose a provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, or self-hosted)
3. Enter your API key or configure your local server
4. Select a model and start chatting

What's Next?

• Organization - Learn about folders, tags, and starring
• Search - Find conversations quickly
• AI Providers - Configure AI providers in detail