Getting Started with AI Memory
Everything you need to set up AI Memory in under 5 minutes. Upload conversations, install the extension, and start searching.
📋 Table of Contents
Step 1: Prerequisites
Before you start, make sure you have:
- ✅A modern web browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge
- ✅An AI conversation export — from ChatGPT, Claude, DeepSeek, or any supported platform
- ✅Chrome browser (optional) — for the automatic capture extension
- ✅Claude Desktop or Cursor (optional) — for MCP server integration
Step 2: Upload Your Conversations
From ChatGPT
- 1Open ChatGPT and go to Settings → Data Controls → Export Data
- 2Click "Export" and confirm. You'll receive an email with a download link.
- 3Download the ZIP file (usually arrives within 1-5 minutes)
- 4Go to aimemory.pro and drag the ZIP file onto the upload area
From Claude
- 1Open Claude and go to Settings → Privacy → Export Data
- 2Request your data export and download the JSON file
- 3Upload the file to AI Memory — it auto-detects the format
From DeepSeek
- 1Use the AI Memory Chrome Extension to automatically capture DeepSeek conversations
- 2Or manually export from DeepSeek settings and upload the JSON file
Step 3: Search & Browse
Once your conversations are uploaded, AI Memory indexes them with SQLite FTS5 full-text search. You can search across all your conversations instantly.
Search Features
🔍 Full-Text Search
Search across all conversations with instant results. Supports natural language queries.
🏷️ Platform Filtering
Filter results by platform (ChatGPT, Claude, DeepSeek, Gemini).
📊 Statistics Dashboard
View conversation stats: total count, platform breakdown, message trends.
📤 Export
Export conversations in Markdown, JSON, or PDF format.
Search Syntax
Simple search: python tutorial AND search: python AND machine learning OR search: react OR vue Phrase search: "exact phrase match" Proximity: NEAR/3(word1 word2) Prefix: prog* (matches "program", "programming")
Step 4: Install the Chrome Extension
The Chrome Extension automatically captures conversations as you chat with AI assistants. No manual export needed — conversations are saved in real-time.
Supported Platforms
Installation Steps
- 1Download the extension ZIP from the Chrome Extension page
- 2Open Chrome and go to
chrome://extensions - 3Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in top-right corner)
- 4Drag the ZIP file onto the extensions page, or click "Load unpacked" and select the extracted folder
- 5Start chatting with ChatGPT, Claude, DeepSeek, or Gemini — conversations are captured automatically
💡 Tip: The extension stores data locally in IndexedDB. Your conversations never leave your device. Memory injection is supported — the extension can inject relevant memories into your AI conversations for better context.
Step 5: Connect via MCP Server
The Model Context Protocol (MCP)server lets AI assistants like Claude Desktop and Cursor search your conversation history directly. It's the most powerful way to use AI Memory.
Quick Setup: Claude Desktop
Add this to your Claude Desktop config file:
Config location:
macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"ai-memory": {
"url": "https://aimemory.pro/api/mcp",
"transport": "http"
}
}
}Quick Setup: Cursor
Add to .cursor/mcp.json in your project root:
{
"mcpServers": {
"ai-memory": {
"url": "https://aimemory.pro/api/mcp",
"transport": "http"
}
}
}✅ That's it!After restarting Claude Desktop or Cursor, your AI assistant can search your conversation history. Try asking: "Search my memory for discussions about React hooks"
For detailed MCP setup including all supported clients, see the MCP Quickstart Guide.
Step 6: Tips & Best Practices
📅 Regular Exports
Export your ChatGPT conversations monthly. OpenAI only keeps 90 days of history by default.
🔌 Use the Extension
The Chrome extension captures conversations in real-time — no need to remember to export.
🔗 Connect MCP
MCP integration turns your conversation history into a knowledge base your AI assistant can access.
🔍 Use Advanced Search
Use FTS5 syntax for precise searches: phrase matching, proximity search, and boolean operators.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does AI Memory cost?
AI Memory is completely free for local use. You can upload unlimited conversations, search across all your AI chats, and use the Chrome extension at no cost. A Pro plan with cloud sync is planned for $6.9/month.
Is my data sent to external servers?
No. All data is stored locally in your browser using SQLite. The Chrome extension processes everything on your device. No conversation data ever leaves your machine.
Can I use AI Memory offline?
Yes! The web version works entirely in your browser after the initial page load. The Chrome extension works offline too — it stores conversations locally and syncs when you're back online.
What file formats are supported?
AI Memory supports ChatGPT ZIP exports, Claude JSON exports, DeepSeek exports, and generic JSON conversation formats. The system auto-detects the format.
How do I delete my data?
Go to the Browse tab and delete individual conversations, or clear all data from the Settings page. Since everything is local, deletion is permanent and instant.
Can I export my data from AI Memory?
Yes. You can export individual conversations or your entire database in Markdown, JSON, or PDF format from the Export tab.
Ready to get started?
Upload your first conversation and experience searchable AI memory.