Import from S3
Overview​
The Import from S3 method allows you to import documents directly from Amazon S3 buckets. This method supports various authentication methods and path patterns, making it ideal for cloud-based document storage and automated workflows.

When to use​
- S3 storage integration: When your documents are stored in Amazon S3
- Cloud workflows: For automated document processing from cloud storage
- Scalable storage: When working with large document repositories
- AWS ecosystem: For organizations using AWS services
- Backup and archival: For importing documents from S3 backup storage
Configuration parameters​
S3 connection​
| Option | Default | Description | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3 Path | - (text input) | S3 bucket path (e.g., s3://bucket-name/path/to/documents) | Specify the S3 location to import from |
| Region Name | Auto-detect (dropdown) | AWS region for the S3 bucket | Specify the AWS region if auto-detection fails |
| Authentication Method | Access Keys (dropdown) | Choose authentication method | Select appropriate authentication for your setup |
Authentication options​
| Option | Default | Description | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access Key ID | - (text input) | AWS access key for authentication | Required for access key authentication |
| Secret Access Key | - (password input) | AWS secret key for authentication | Required for access key authentication |
| Session Token | - (text input) | Temporary session token | Required for temporary credentials |
| IAM Role ARN | - (text input) | ARN of IAM role with S3 permissions | Required for IAM role authentication |
note
For document processing options, see the Shared Document Processing Options section in the main documentation.
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