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Import previously exported data back into the app

Hi Omi team,

I used the in-app export to download my data. After exporting, I deleted my data inside the app. I now want to bring that exported data back into Omi, but there’s currently no way to re-import it.

Request
Add an Import feature that can take an export file created by Omi and restore it into the app.

Why it matters

  • Prevents permanent loss after accidental deletion

  • Makes export an actual backup workflow

  • Helps when switching phones or reinstalling the app

  • Builds trust. Users can safely experiment knowing they can restore

Suggested UX

  • Settings → Data → Export / Import

  • Import flow shows a preview: date range, item counts, size

  • Options:

    • Merge with existing data

    • Replace existing data

    • Import into a new workspace/profile (optional)

Safety checks

  • Confirm before overwrite

  • Warn if file format version differs

  • Clear error message if file is corrupted

  • Local-only import is fine. Cloud optional

If helpful, I can share the export file format details and the exact steps I took.

Thanks,
Jonah

Status: Under Consideration7 comments

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Comments7

  • Aryan

    Team•

    Oct 4

    Hi you’re right: exporting data should offer a path to restore it, and our earlier response didn’t address that gap. Omi doesn’t currently offer a way to import its own export file back into the app. We’re keeping your proposed preview, merge, and overwrite safeguards under consideration, but don’t have a release date to share.

    Please keep your export file unchanged. Since you’ve already deleted data, contact help@omi.me privately with your account email, the export date, and the file type so support can check whether any recovery option is available. Please don’t upload the export to this public thread; we can’t promise recovery before reviewing your case.

  • Courtenay Watson

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    Feb 25

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    Merged request

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    4 votes

    Load existing conversation recordings

    I have several apps I use for AI transcripts and summaries, and I want to be able to put the same audio into Omi as into another system. Or if another system fails/goes under, I want to load previous recordings into Omi.

  • haapx

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    Feb 25

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    Merged request

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    3 votes

    Add import feature for Omi exports

    But isn't it strange that omi has the function to export its data, but has no way to import its own data files? Include an import function for Omi exports

    • L1 Support Team - Omi AI

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      Dec 31, 2025

      I’ve sent this suggestion to our product team.

  • L1 Support Team - Omi AI

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    Dec 26, 2025

    Thanks for your feedback. I'll send it to our development team. We are making omi for you, so please let us know if you have any ideas, bugs, or suggestions.