Working with ContextIngest

Ingest

Methods for ingesting data into Zep to build user Context Graphs

Zep builds Context Graphs from the data you provide. There are several methods for ingesting data into Zep, each suited for different data types and use cases.

This is the Ingest stage of Working with Context. Before choosing a method, review Prepare Data for Ingestion to preserve entity identity, source context, and event time.

Available methods

MethodData TypeBest For
Create an Ingestion PipelineMultiple source typesOrdered imports with preparation, preview, and monitoring
Adding messagesChat messagesReal-time conversation history from your agent
Adding business dataText, JSON, or message formatDocuments, API responses, emails, or other business data
Batch ingestionMany episodes and/or messages in one batchHistorical backfills, document collections, large imports

Next: shape the graph

After ingesting data, Zep processes it to build Context Graphs. Customize extraction and summaries under Shape the Graph.