MyChatArchive FAQs

Question 1

Do I need an LLM API key to use MyChatArchive?

Accepted Answer

No, an LLM API key is not required for the core features like syncing, generating local embeddings, or semantic searching. An API key (OpenRouter or Anthropic) is only needed if you choose to enable the optional LLM-generated thread summaries for enriched context retrieval and profile generation.

Question 2

Can I integrate MyChatArchive with other AI assistants or tools?

Accepted Answer

Yes, MyChatArchive exposes your rich conversation history and captured thoughts via an MCP server. This allows compatible AI tools like Claude Desktop, Cursor, or other MCP clients to semantically search your archive, retrieve context, and enhance their responses based on your personal knowledge base.

Question 3

Which AI platforms can I archive with MyChatArchive?

Accepted Answer

You can import chat exports from ChatGPT, Claude (web, mobile, desktop), Grok, Claude Code, and Cursor. It features auto-discovery for local Claude Code and Cursor sessions, simplifying the archiving process for developers.

Question 4

How does MyChatArchive ensure privacy and data ownership?

Accepted Answer

MyChatArchive is built on a local-first principle. All your conversation data, embeddings, and settings are stored on your machine in a single SQLite file. Core functionalities like syncing, embedding, and searching require no external API keys, ensuring your data remains private and entirely under your control.

Question 5

What is MyChatArchive and what does it do?

Accepted Answer

MyChatArchive is a local-first tool designed to archive your AI conversation history from various platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Cursor. It allows you to perform powerful semantic searches on your past interactions, generate vector embeddings on your machine, and integrate with other AI tools via an MCP server.

MyChatArchive

MyChatArchive

Key Features

Use Cases

Key Features

Use Cases