CzytajTo guide
How to import Goodreads data
Prepare a CSV export, check the columns and import a private copy into CzytajTo.
Begin any migration by preserving the original export file.
Key principle
The tool should reduce decisions and help you return to the book. If maintaining the system takes more time than reading, simplify it.
Step-by-step method
- Download the CSV export from your account.
- Save an unchanged copy.
- Check title, author, shelf, rating and date columns.
- After import, inspect several random records.
Common mistakes
- Deleting the original export after the first attempt.
- Mapping every shelf to one status.
- Assuming page counts are correct for every edition.
How to apply this in CzytajTo
Use only the modules you need: library, progress, journal, due date or challenge. Export the data at any time and keep it outside the browser.
One-week review
Check whether the system helped you start a session, find a book or remember an important date. Remove fields and steps you did not use.
FAQ
Do I need to add every book?
No. Start with current reads and the next few books.
Is the data public?
No. CzytajTo stores entries locally unless you export them.
Can I change the method later?
Yes. Statuses, tags and goals should evolve with your reading habits.