How do I import from Asana to Notion?

Moving your projects and tasks from Asana to Notion is simpler than you might think. Notion offers a built-in import feature that handles this transfer directly, allowing you to bring over your teams, projects, and task data in one go. While there are several methods available, from third-party sync tools to manual CSV exports, understanding each approach's capabilities and limitations will help you choose the right path for your specific needs.

The most straightforward method uses Notion's native import feature. Simply click "Import" in your left sidebar, select "Asana" from the options, and authenticate with your Asana credentials. You'll then choose which teams, projects, and tasks to transfer. This one-time import creates Notion databases containing your Asana data, making it perfect if you're fully migrating to Notion and don't need ongoing synchronization between platforms.

However, this native import has important limitations to consider. As Notion's documentation states, "Import is not dynamic — changes in Asana won't update in Notion." Additionally, comments, attachments, and subtasks typically don't transfer during the import process. If you need these elements or want ongoing synchronization, third-party tools like Unito offer two-way sync capabilities with customizable field mapping, though these solutions start around $99 monthly and require more setup complexity.

For teams wanting to maintain connections between both platforms, Notion's built-in Asana integration provides a middle ground. This integration allows automatic creation of Notion pages from Asana actions and offers useful link previews, though it's more focused on workflow automation than bulk data transfer. You can also manually export projects as CSV files from Asana and import them into Notion, but this requires significant cleanup and restructuring work.

Before importing, consider your data's complexity and future needs. Large projects with over 20,000 tasks may experience delays or incomplete transfers, and custom fields in Asana might not map perfectly to Notion's structure. The native import works best for straightforward migrations where you're ready to fully embrace Notion's flexible workspace approach, while third-party tools better serve teams needing ongoing synchronization across both platforms.