# Qlik Analytics Migration Tool overview The Qlik Analytics Migration Tool helps organizations take the next step in their analytics journey by moving content from Qlik Sense Client-Managed, QlikView, and Qlik NPrinting to Qlik Cloud. It provides a structured, repeatable approach that supports secure, well-governed migrations at scale. Rather than a one-click solution, the tool is designed to support structured migration plans. It offers powerful automation, flexible controls, and guided workflows that make complex migrations easier to manage, one step at a time. Whether migrating a single business unit or an entire enterprise, the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool brings clarity and confidence to the process. ## Why migrate? As organizations increasingly embrace the flexibility and scalability of the cloud, Qlik Cloud offers a modern analytics platform that reduces maintenance, enhances collaboration, and enables faster innovation through features like: * AI-enhanced analytics and scalable SaaS performance * Data Integration capabilities * Native automation * Reduced infrastructure overhead and operational costs Migrating existing on-premises Qlik environments into Qlik Cloud helps teams unlock new capabilities while preserving valuable institutional knowledge and analytical insights. ## What the tool does The Qlik Analytics Migration Tool automates the execution of a predefined migration plan. It: * Exports content and metadata from Qlik Sense Client-Managed or QlikView environments * Creates Qlik Sense applications from QlikView `.QVW` files, preserving data load scripts, variables, master dimensions and measures, and master visualizations * Stages and uploads applications, tasks, users, and data into Qlik Cloud * Updates critical configurations such as load scripts, owners, and roles * Publishes apps into appropriate managed spaces * Supports incremental testing, validation, and rollback Key features: * Supports both Qlik Sense and QlikView migrations * Designed for secure, phased, and governed deployments * Customizable via plans, projects, and jobs * Enterprise-grade validation and logging ## Demonstration For a video demonstration of the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool, see [Techspert Talks webinar: Migrating To Qlik Cloud Analytics](https://community.qlik.com/t5/Official-Support-Articles/Migrating-To-Qlik-Cloud-Analytics/ta-p/2528811). ## How it works The Qlik Analytics Migration Tool simplifies the journey from on-premises environments to Qlik Cloud through a clear, guided framework. It helps turn a complex migration into a structured, transparent, and scalable process without requiring custom scripts or extensive manual coordination. ### Guided planning, not guesswork Before migrating, organizations define what matters most: which apps, users, and data connections to bring forward, and how those should be structured in Qlik Cloud. This planning phase is fully supported with built-in tools that align to business needs and governance policies. See [Planning Your migration](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Planning-Your-Migration.htm) for strategy guidance and best practices. ### Easy installation The tool is deployed via a guided installer on a Windows server, with support for secure certificates, proxy environments, and both dedicated and evaluation setups. * Intuitive setup with default options for rapid installation * Compatible with corporate environments and isolated test servers * Minimal prerequisites beyond standard Windows server capabilities See [Installing the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Installation/Installing-the-Qlik-Analytics-Migration-Tool.htm) and [System requirements](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Installation/System-Requirements.htm) for more. ### Structured execution Once configured, the tool executes migration steps in a logical, traceable sequence: exporting, transforming, and importing assets with precision. * Convert and migrate apps from Qlik Sense or QlikView * Modify load scripts in bulk * Assign users, configure spaces, and publish content * Track everything with detailed job logs The result is consistent, repeatable execution that adapts to your migration plan, whether you're moving ten apps or thousands. ### Post-migration confidence After migration, the tool provides cleanup, validation, and governance alignment features: * Confirm that apps, users, and schedules are correctly set * Reset or update app descriptions * Review logs for any discrepancies or follow-up actions * Align the new cloud environment to security and compliance goals Whether fine-tuning access roles or double-checking reload tasks, post-migration steps ensure the environment is ready for long-term success. ## Who is it for? The Qlik Analytics Migration Tool is designed for: * Platform administrators leading cloud adoption * IT teams tasked with modernization or infrastructure consolidation * Business groups migrating analytics portfolios * Qlik partners and consultants driving transformation projects ## Why it matters This is more than a technical tool; it's a framework for success. * Confidence — Automates complex tasks with built-in logic and safety checks * Clarity — Tracks progress and logs every step for full transparency * Control — Supports phased migration by region, domain, or app category * Governance — Keeps security, ownership, and data access aligned * Efficiency — Accelerates time-to-cloud without sacrificing quality Whether the goal is modernization, consolidation, or scalability, Qlik Analytics Migration Tool empowers organizations to move forward with clarity and control. ## Help along the way Qlik Professional Services and certified partners are available to support every stage, from initial planning to final cutover. Services include: * Tailored migration strategies * SaaS readiness assessments * Architecture and governance design * Technical execution and validation SaaS readiness tools are available through a Qlik technical representative or certified partner. ## Related pages * [System requirements](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Installation/System-Requirements.htm) * [Installing the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Installation/Installing-the-Qlik-Analytics-Migration-Tool.htm) * [Planning Your migration](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Planning-Your-Migration.htm) * [Managing plans](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Managing-Plans/Managing-Plans.htm) * [Managing jobs](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Managing-Jobs/Managing-Jobs.htm) * [QlikView conversion](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Managing-Migration-Steps/QlikView/Convert-QlikView-Applications.htm) * [Post-migration steps](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/migration/Content/AnalyticsMigrationTool/Managing-Migration-Steps/Post-Migration/Post-Migration.htm)