# Start with your history, not a blank page.

> IncidentKit imports past incidents from CSV with a guided column-mapping wizard. On paid plans, we migrate data for you from spreadsheets, paper logs and old incident software. With history in the system, trends, repeat checks and audit packets work from day one.

Source: https://incidentkit.ai/product/import-and-migration · Updated Oct 5, 2026

**Import and migration** (platform): Import past incidents from a spreadsheet, or we move them from your old system.

## What it does

- **CSV import wizard** Match your columns to IncidentKit fields, preview, then import.
- **Done-for-you migration** On Regulated and Network we do the mapping and the load.
- **From anywhere** Spreadsheets, scanned paper logs and exports from old systems.
- **Run in parallel** Keep the old system read-only while staff start reporting in IncidentKit.
- **Document extraction** (rolling out) Lauren-assisted extraction from PDFs and scans is rolling out for approved uses.

## How it works

1. **Export from the old system** CSV or the format you have.
2. **Map and preview** Match columns to fields.
3. **Import and verify** Spot-check, then go live.

## Frequently asked questions

### How do we leave our current incident software?

Export your incidents, import them with the wizard or have us migrate them, run both systems for a short time, then retire the old one. See [switching from legacy software](https://incidentkit.ai/use-cases/switch-from-legacy-incident-software).

### Is migration free?

Yes, on Regulated and Network plans. The CSV import wizard is on every plan.

## Related

- [Switch From Legacy Incident Software: Migration Steps](https://incidentkit.ai/use-cases/switch-from-legacy-incident-software)
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