Easy Tech TutsHow to Export and Import Spaces in Confluence Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Migrating a whole workspace risks losing page history and structure if it's done manually. This guide walks through exporting a Confluence space and importing it into a new instance in 2026, so hierarchies and attachments stay intact.
01Open source space settings
Open your source space, go to the bottom left sidebar, and click Space Settings.
02Start the export
Click the Manage Space Data tab and select Export Content.
03Choose CSV for migration
Choose CSV format for cloud migration, adjust target page filters, and click Export.
04Download the archive
Wait for the cloud package to compile, then download the completed ZIP file.
05Start the import
Switch to your destination Confluence site, click the settings gear icon, and select Import Spaces.
06Upload and verify
Drag the downloaded ZIP into the upload box, click Import, track progress, and verify the restored sidebar navigation.
Frequently asked questions
What format should I use to migrate a Confluence space?
CSV is the supported format for cloud-to-cloud migration and preserves attachments, tags, and page hierarchies.
Will my page history come over during migration?
The migration engine is built to preserve attachments, tags, and parent-child page relationships during export and import.
What if the export file times out?
Running standalone sandbox checks and handling background cloud conversions can help you bypass timeout issues on large exports.
Will imported pages keep their original permissions?
You should verify space-wide role settings after import to confirm files re-lock to their proper user groups.
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