Your TV Time export
Keep the archive as a ZIP file. Do not rename or edit the files inside unless the importer instructs you to do so.
TV Time import guide
How to import your TV Time data into TV Watch Time
Use your TV Time data archive to carry your viewing history into TV Watch Time instead of rebuilding it manually.
Before you begin
Your TV Watch Time account
Sign in first so the imported history can be attached to the correct profile.
A few minutes to review
Titles can have regional names or multiple adaptations, so review suggested matches before confirming.
Import steps
Get your data archive from TV Time
Use the data export or privacy tools available in your TV Time account and download the resulting archive when it is ready.
Sign in to TV Watch Time
Open the hosted app and go to the import section in your account settings.
Upload the original ZIP file
Select the archive you downloaded. Keep the browser open while the file is uploaded and processed.
Review detected titles
Check the proposed matches for shows and movies. Pay particular attention to remakes, regional titles and anime seasons.
Confirm the import
Complete the operation, then verify your profile statistics, watched episodes and movie history.
After the import
Check progress
Open a few long-running shows and confirm that seasons and watched episodes look correct.
Review statistics
Some aggregate statistics may take a little time to recalculate after a large import.
Keep the original archive
Store the export safely until you have verified the imported data.
Common import questions
Should I unzip the TV Time archive first?
No. Upload the original ZIP archive unless the importer explicitly asks for an extracted file.
Why do I need to review matches?
Different services can use different names, season structures or identifiers for the same title. Review prevents the wrong adaptation or release from being imported.
Can I use TV Watch Time without importing?
Yes. The importer is optional; you can start with a new account and track titles manually.
Where can I report an import problem?
Use the project's GitHub issue tracker or join the TV Watch Time Discord community with the non-sensitive details of the error.
Do not share your export archive publicly. It may contain personal account and viewing-history data.