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# Data Import Guide
Aurora GIS supports multiple methods for importing spatial data into the system.
## Overview
Data can be imported from various sources:
- **File Uploads**: Direct file uploads from your computer
- **URL Imports**: Import from web-accessible URLs
- **PostGIS Remote**: Connect to external PostGIS databases
- **ESRI/ArcGIS**: Import from ArcGIS services
- **S3 Buckets**: Import from cloud storage
- **Overture Maps**: Import from Overture Maps parquet files
## Import Methods
```{toctree}
:maxdepth: 2
vector
raster
postgis
esri
```
## General Import Process
1. **Select Import Method**: Choose the appropriate import method
2. **Configure Source**: Provide source location and credentials
3. **Set Parameters**: Configure import options (SRID, filters, etc.)
4. **Execute Import**: Start the import process
5. **Monitor Progress**: Track import status
6. **Verify Results**: Check imported dataset
## Import Options
### Update Modes
- **Replace**: Replace existing data
- **Append**: Add to existing data
- **Upsert**: Update existing, insert new
### Scheduling
- **Immediate**: Import immediately
- **Scheduled**: Schedule for later execution
- **Recurring**: Set up recurring imports
## Related Documentation
- [Installation Guide](../installation.md)
- [Configuration Guide](../configuration.md)
- [Architecture Overview](../architecture.md)