# Letterboxd

If you're a dedicated movie buff who loves curating and sharing your film experiences on Letterboxd, you'll be thrilled to know that SIMKL has a solution to make your movie tracking even more seamless. 

This guide will walk you through the process of importing your Letterboxd movie watch history to SIMKL, creating a unified space for your entertainment preferences.

## Import from Letterboxd to SIMKL: <https://simkl.com/apps/import/letterboxd/>

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## **Why Import Letterboxd Watch History to SIMKL?**

Letterboxd is a cherished platform for movie enthusiasts to log their movie watch history and share ratings. SIMKL takes this one step further, offering a comprehensive tracking experience for not only movies but also TV shows and anime. By importing your Letterboxd watch history to SIMKL, you're creating a consolidated hub for all your entertainment tracking.

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## **How to Import Your Letterboxd Watch History to SIMKL:**

* **Access Your SIMKL Account:** Log in to your existing [SIMKL account](https://simkl.com/). If you're new to SIMKL, create an account to get started.

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* **Navigate to Import:** Within your SIMKL account, head to the import section. Here, you'll find various import options, including Letterboxd.

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* **Download Letterboxd Export Data:** To start the process, you'll need to download your Letterboxd export data in a zip file.\
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  **Login and Visit Letterboxd's export settings (**[**https://letterboxd.com/data/export/**](https://letterboxd.com/data/export/)**).**

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* **Upload the Zip File:** Once you've downloaded the zip file, click "Browse" on SIMKL's import page and select the zip file you just downloaded from Letterboxd.

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* **Effortless Import:** With a simple click, SIMKL imports your Letterboxd watch history, ensuring a smooth transition of your movie preferences.

## **Benefits of Importing to SIMKL from LetterBoxd:**

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* **Comprehensive Tracking:** SIMKL becomes your one-stop destination for managing your movie watch history alongside TV shows and anime preferences.
* **Enhanced Recommendations:** SIMKL's recommendation engine utilizes your imported data to suggest new movies based on your imported Letterboxd history.
* **Effortless Transition:** The import process eliminates manual entry, saving you time and ensuring a smooth experience.

## **Why SIMKL Is Your Ultimate Tracking Hub:**

SIMKL goes beyond tracking by offering an immersive entertainment experience. With its user-friendly interface, cross-platform synchronization, and ongoing enhancements, it's designed to streamline your entertainment tracking and exploration.

In conclusion, importing your Letterboxd watch history to SIMKL is a significant step toward a more streamlined and enriched movie tracking journey. It simplifies your tracking process, unlocks personalized recommendations, and ensures you have a comprehensive overview of your movie preferences. Embark on this seamless transition today and explore the world of entertainment tracking with SIMKL.

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