Import from another cloud
Copy files from another cloud into a dosya workspace, check who can use remote import, and choose between server copying and local rclone.
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Import from another cloud copies files from a supported service into a folder in your dosya workspace. The copy runs on dosya’s servers. After the import starts, you can close the page and turn off your computer. Files appear as they arrive.
Choose the right workflow
Use Import from another cloud when your files are already on another cloud service or a reachable file server. You do not install a transfer app to run the copy. Some services require a one-time token authorization with rclone on your computer before you start.
Use rclone on your computer when you want to run your own copy, download or scheduled job. Those guides require your computer to run rclone and stay available for the transfer. They describe a separate workflow from this server import.
Remote import copies files. It is not a scheduled backup or a continuing two-way sync, and it does not remove the source files.
Who can use it
Remote import is included in paid plans, with a small trial allowance. The destination workspace owner’s plan controls access, even when another member starts the import. Your role must allow adding files and S3 access. Ask a workspace admin if either permission is refused.
If the page says importing is not available for your account yet, it cannot start an import. If it asks for an upgrade or a payment update, resolve that before starting. See plans and allowances.
Steps: choose and start an import
- Check the supported services and prepare the source credentials.
- Follow Start a cloud import to test the connection and choose the source and destination folders.
- Use Monitor or cancel an import to check the result. If files fail, follow Fix a failed cloud import.
Expected result
A started import appears in Imports and continues copying on dosya’s servers. Check its final status and destination before considering the source copied.
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