Import Features: Migrate Your Memories
Bring memories from other platforms
Import features let you migrate memories from other platforms into Firefly Grove. Facebook, Instagram, Google Photos, Apple Photos, and more. Bulk import preserves dates, captions, and metadata. Seamless transition from other services to your family legacy.
📋 How It Works
Choose Import Source
Settings → Import → Select platform (Facebook, Google Photos, Instagram, local files, etc.). Authenticate connection securely.
Select Content
Choose what to import. All content, date ranges, specific albums, or tagged photos. Preview before importing.
Map to Tree Structure
Decide where imported content goes. Auto-create branches by year/album, or specify existing branches. Smart categorization.
Import and Review
Bulk import runs in background. Get notification when complete. Review imported memories, adjust organization, add context.
💡 Use Cases
- •Migrating Facebook memories before account closure
- •Importing 20 years of Google Photos to family tree
- •Consolidating Instagram posts into memory timeline
- •Bringing Apple Photos library into organized structure
- •Importing scanned photo collections from computer
- •Rescuing memories from defunct services (Flickr, Picasa)
✨ Pro Tips
- →Import in chunks (year by year) for easier organization
- →Review and edit after import - auto-imported content needs context
- →Check duplicates before importing - detection tool catches repeats
- →Import preserves original dates - timeline stays chronological
- →Captions become memory descriptions - editable after import
- →Can re-import same source multiple times for new content
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does import delete content from original platform?
No. Import copies content. Originals stay on source platform. Delete from source manually if desired.
What if I hit storage limits during import?
Import pauses, notification sent. Upgrade storage or optimize existing content, then resume import. Progress saved.
Can I import private/friends-only Facebook posts?
Yes, you authenticate so Firefly Grove accesses your content. Privacy settings don't transfer - set visibility per memory after import.
How long does large import take?
Depends on size. 1000 photos = 1-2 hours. Runs in background. Get email when complete. Can keep using Firefly Grove during import.
What metadata is preserved during import?
Date/time, location (if tagged), captions/descriptions, tagged people (converted to text), album organization. Reactions/comments not imported.
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