# Importing data {#importing-data}




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# Introduction {#introduction}


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In order to import transactions into Firefly III, you'll have to install the Firefly III Data Importer. This app connects to the [Firefly III API](https://sourcey-firefly.pages.dev/api/index.md).

Firefly III and the Data Importer are two different applications.

This data importer is a universal importer, which means it can import from any sources you can think of. And if it can't, well then drop me a line and make me add your favorite data source.

The data import supports a variety of sources:

- You can import **CSV files** from *any* source: your bank, YNAB, Tiller or any other source of financial data.
- You can import from your bank directly using a secure connection.
- You can set it up to run daily or weekly to keep Firefly III up to date.


## Other import tools {#other-import-tools}


The documentation for the Data Importer lists [other tools](https://sourcey-firefly.pages.dev/references/data-importer/third-party-tools/index.md) that you can use to import data.


## Custom importing {#custom-importing}


If none of these import methods support your bank or financial organisation, please check out the [API](https://sourcey-firefly.pages.dev/references/firefly-iii/api/index.md).