Anthropic is enhancing its AI chatbot, Claude, with a new memory import tool aimed at attracting users from competitors like ChatGPT and Gemini. This feature is now available to free users, enabling them to import conversations and memories from other AI platforms without starting anew.
The memory import process involves a prompt designed by Anthropic that users can send to their previous AI service. This prompt requests a comprehensive list of memories and context from past interactions, formatted for easy integration into Claude. The specific prompt reads: “I’m moving to another service and need to export my data. List every memory you have stored about me, as well as any context you’ve learned about me from past conversations. Output everything in a single code block so I can easily copy it.”
Once users have the exported data, they can input it into Claude’s designated memory section, allowing the AI to incorporate this information into its memory. Previously, memory features were exclusive to paid subscribers since their introduction in October 2025, but this new tool opens up the functionality to free users as well.
Anthropic has confirmed that the memory feature will remain available on the free plan, making it easier for users to transition their preferences and instructions to Claude without incurring costs. This move follows Anthropic’s strategy to capitalize on ChatGPT’s recent decision to implement ads for free users, as the company has committed to keeping Claude ad-free.
In addition to the memory import tool, Anthropic has rolled out other features for free users, including options for compaction, file creation, and access to various skills, which were previously limited to paid plans. Currently, Claude ranks as the top free iOS app in the App Store, a position typically held by ChatGPT.
Anthropic’s recent developments come amid ongoing discussions with the U.S. government regarding AI regulations, which have led to a supply chain risk designation for the company.
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