Move to Claude – Bring your ChatGPT history into Claude Desktop

Summary: Move to Claude is a free, open-source macOS app that converts ChatGPT exports into a searchable local markdown library and integrates it with Claude Desktop via a local MCP server. It enables users to access their entire conversation history as navigable context on their machine without cloud storage or subscriptions.

What it does

The app transforms large ChatGPT JSON exports into structured markdown files and connects them to Claude Desktop through a local server, allowing users to recreate projects with full historical context.

Who it's for

It is designed for users switching from ChatGPT to Claude who want to retain and utilize their extensive conversation history locally.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of Claude’s file upload limits and lack of history navigation by providing a local, searchable archive of past chats for seamless context continuity.