Intermediate
How to import data from other apps on Notion
Quick Answer
Notion allows you to import data from various apps through its built-in import feature or by uploading supported file formats. You can import from popular apps like Evernote, Trello, Asana, and others by accessing the Import option in your workspace settings.
Prerequisites
- Active Notion account
- Data files in supported formats (CSV, Markdown, HTML)
- Administrative access to your Notion workspace
- Source app data exported and ready
1
Access the Import Feature
Open Notion and navigate to your workspace. Click on Settings & Members in the left sidebar, then select Import from the menu options. This will open the import dashboard where you can see all available import sources.
Tip
Make sure you have admin permissions in your workspace to access the import feature.
2
Choose Your Import Source
Select the app you want to import from the list of supported sources. Popular options include Evernote, Trello, Asana, Google Docs, Markdown files, CSV files, and HTML files. If your app isn't listed, choose Import from file to upload exported data.
Tip
For unsupported apps, try exporting your data as CSV or Markdown files first.
3
Prepare and Upload Your Data
If importing from a file, click Choose files and select your exported data files. Notion supports multiple file uploads simultaneously. For direct app imports, you'll need to authenticate with your source app account by clicking Connect and following the authorization prompts.
Tip
Organize your files before uploading to maintain a clean import structure in Notion.
4
Configure Import Settings
Review the import preview and configure settings such as destination page, merge options, and property mapping. For CSV imports, map columns to Notion database properties. Choose whether to create new pages or merge with existing content using the dropdown menus.
Tip
Take time to properly map CSV columns to avoid data misalignment in your Notion database.
5
Review Import Preview
Examine the preview of how your data will appear in Notion. Check that formatting, images, attachments, and structured data look correct. Use the Advanced options to adjust date formats, text encoding, or nested page structures if needed.
Tip
Pay special attention to date and time formats to ensure they import correctly into Notion's date properties.
6
Start the Import Process
Click Import to begin the data transfer. Large imports may take several minutes to complete. You'll see a progress indicator showing the import status. Don't close the browser tab during this process to avoid interruptions.
Tip
For large datasets, consider importing during off-peak hours to ensure optimal performance.
7
Verify and Organize Imported Data
Once the import completes, navigate to the destination page or database to review your imported content. Check for any formatting issues, missing attachments, or data inconsistencies. Use Notion's Sort and Filter options to organize the newly imported data.
Tip
Create a checklist to systematically verify different types of content like images, links, and formatted text.
Troubleshooting
Import fails with 'File format not supported' error
Convert your files to supported formats like CSV, Markdown, or HTML. Use online converters or export tools from your source application to create compatible files.
Images and attachments are missing after import
Ensure attachments are included in your export from the source app. For CSV imports, include direct URLs to images. Re-upload missing files manually to the imported pages.
Data appears in wrong format or columns are misaligned
Return to the import settings and reconfigure the property mapping. Delete the incorrectly imported data and retry the import with proper column assignments.
Large import gets stuck or times out
Break large datasets into smaller chunks of 1000-2000 rows. Clear your browser cache and try importing during off-peak hours. Ensure stable internet connection throughout the process.
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