MyAnimeList is great for keeping a record, but it doesn't tell you when a new chapter is out. Bring your manga list to MangaTime and you get both: your history, plus a notification for every new chapter. There are two ways to do it.
Option A: with your username (fastest)
Your manga list needs to be public.
- On MyAnimeList open your profile, then Settings → Lists, and set Manga List Privacy to Public.
- Download MangaTime and create your free account.
- When the app asks "Where's your list?", pick MyAnimeList. Already using MangaTime? Go to Library → Settings (gear icon) → Third Party Import → MyAnimeList.
- Type your MAL username and start the import.
Option B: with the XML export
Better if you'd rather keep your list private.
- Log in to MyAnimeList and open myanimelist.net/panel.php?go=export.
- Choose Manga List and tap Export My List. An XML file is downloaded.
- In MangaTime, open MyAnimeList in the import screen, pick the XML File tab, tap Select XML File and choose the file.
- Tap Start Import.
What comes along
- Your manga, manhwa and manhua, matched to the MangaTime catalog.
- Reading status and chapters read, so your "Next Chapters" list starts from the right place.
- Your scores, with the XML export.
Why add MangaTime to MyAnimeList
- Push notifications the moment a new chapter of a series you follow is out.
- Chapter-level tracking from your phone, plus home screen widgets.
- One library with what you track on AniList, Kenmei or Mihon.
Comparing options? Read MyAnimeList alternatives or apps like MyAnimeList for manga tracking.
Bring your list to MangaTime
Free on iOS and Android: import your list in a couple of minutes and get notified about every new chapter.
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- ComickComick no longer hosts chapters, but your list can come with you: export it as a CSV and import it into MangaTime with your status and progress.
- KenmeiExport your Kenmei list as a CSV and import it into MangaTime with status, last chapter read, scores and notes. Get notified about every new chapter.
- Mihon / TachiyomiCreate a backup in Mihon, Tachiyomi, TachiyomiSY or Komikku and import it into MangaTime: your library, chapters read and categories come along.
- AniListImport your AniList manga list into MangaTime with just your username. Keep your status and progress and get a push notification for every new chapter.
- MangaDexTrack your MangaDex follows in MangaTime: bring them over via Mihon, MyAnimeList or AniList, or paste your titles with Quick Import.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about this topic.
Do I need to export a file from MyAnimeList?
No. If your manga list is public, your MAL username is enough. The XML export is an alternative for private lists.
My list is private: what can I do?
Either set Manga List Privacy to Public in your MAL settings, or export your manga list as XML from myanimelist.net/panel.php?go=export and import the file.
Does it import my anime list too?
No, only your manga list: MangaTime tracks manga, manhwa and manhua.
Can I keep using MyAnimeList?
Yes. Nothing changes on MAL, and importing again later doesn't create duplicates in MangaTime.
Is the import free?
Yes, importing your list and tracking new chapters is free.