How to Transfer ChatGPT Context to Claude
Quick Answer
To transfer ChatGPT context to Claude, export your ChatGPT conversations via OpenAI's data export tool, then paste them into Claude's Projects feature or use Context Pack to create formatted, Claude-compatible context files.
How to transfer ChatGPT context to Claude:
- Export your ChatGPT conversation history (Settings → Data controls → Export data)
- Wait for OpenAI to email you the download link (24-48 hours)
- Download and extract the ZIP file
- Create a new Project in Claude
- Paste relevant conversation content into the Project knowledge base
- Alternatively, use Context Pack to generate Claude-optimized context files
What works:
- ✓Exporting ChatGPT conversations
- ✓Pasting content into Claude Projects
- ✓Using Context Pack for formatted migration
What does not work:
- ✗Direct ChatGPT-to-Claude integration
- ✗Automatic memory sync between platforms
- ✗Importing ChatGPT's memory feature directly
Why Switch from ChatGPT to Claude
Users switch from ChatGPT to Claude for various reasons: longer context windows, different response styles, specific capabilities, or organizational requirements. Maintaining continuity when switching prevents losing valuable established context.
Claude's Projects feature is designed for exactly this use case—it allows you to provide background knowledge that persists across all conversations within that Project. This is similar to ChatGPT's memory, but requires manual setup.
Transfer Methods
Using Claude Projects (Native)
Claude Projects allow you to attach documents and knowledge that Claude references in every conversation. You can paste your exported ChatGPT conversations directly into a Project.
Steps:
- Export your ChatGPT data from OpenAI
- Open Claude and create a new Project
- Add your conversation data as Project knowledge
- Start chatting—Claude will reference this context
Best for:
Users with a small number of conversations who want direct control over what Claude sees.
Using Context Pack
Context Pack analyzes your ChatGPT conversations and creates formatted, Claude-optimized context files. Instead of raw conversation transcripts, you get structured behavioral profiles and knowledge summaries that Claude can process more effectively.
How it works:
- Export ChatGPT conversations
- Upload to Context Pack
- Generate a context pack
- Paste into Claude (either in a Project or directly in a chat)
Best for:
Users with extensive ChatGPT history who want intelligent summarization rather than raw transcripts.
See how Context Pack works →Frequently Asked Questions
Can I move ChatGPT to Claude?
You cannot move ChatGPT's memory feature to Claude, but you can export conversation history and load it into Claude's Projects feature or use Context Pack for formatted context transfer.
How do I import ChatGPT conversations into Claude?
Export ChatGPT conversations via OpenAI data export, then paste the content directly into a Claude Project or use Context Pack to generate Claude-compatible context files.
Does Claude support ChatGPT memory import?
Claude does not directly import ChatGPT memory, but its Projects feature allows you to paste exported conversation content to maintain context continuity.
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