Get answers to the most common questions about Timeline Maker. Learn about features, privacy, troubleshooting, and more.
Creating a timeline is easy and takes just a few steps:
For a complete step-by-step guide, visit our How to Create Timeline page.
No! Timeline Maker works without any registration or account creation. Simply visit the website and start creating your timeline immediately. Your data is stored locally in your browser for privacy.
Yes! Timeline Maker is fully responsive and works great on smartphones and tablets. All features are available on mobile devices, including file attachments and exports.
Timeline Maker works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your browser.
Yes! Timeline Maker supports file attachments including photos, documents, PDFs, videos, and more. Simply click the attachment button (📎) on any timeline entry and select your files.
All files are stored locally in your browser for privacy. No uploads to cloud servers.
Timeline Maker supports a wide range of file formats including:
While there's no strict file size limit, we recommend keeping individual files under 10MB for optimal performance. Large files may slow down your browser and take longer to process.
Yes! Images show preview thumbnails when you hover over them. For other file types, you'll see the filename and file size. Click any attachment to download it.
Click the "📄 Export PDF" button above your timeline. Timeline Maker will generate a professional PDF document with all your entries and file attachments.
The PDF includes all your timeline entries with their dates, titles, and attached files in a print-friendly format.
Yes! Use the "📤 Export Timeline" button to save your timeline as a JSON file. This creates a backup that includes all your entries and file attachments.
To restore your timeline, use the "📥 Import Timeline" button and select your saved JSON file.
Yes! When you export your timeline as JSON, all file attachments are included in the export file. PDF exports show attachment names and allow downloading of files.
Timeline Maker imports JSON files in its specific format. If you have timeline data from other tools, you may need to convert it to the Timeline Maker format first.
Yes! Use the "🔀 Merge Timelines" feature to combine multiple timeline files. You can choose to sort chronologically or keep them grouped by source timeline.
This is perfect for combining different projects, years, or categories into a single comprehensive timeline.
The merge process is simple:
You'll be asked whether to replace your current timeline or add to it. We recommend exporting your current timeline as a backup before merging.
Yes! All your timeline data is stored locally in your browser using HTML5 localStorage. Nothing is uploaded to the cloud or our servers.
You have complete control over your data and can export it anytime as JSON or PDF. No registration or account creation is required.
Your timeline data is stored in your browser's local storage. This means it stays on your device and is never transmitted to external servers. Each browser stores data separately.
If you clear your browser's cookies and site data, your timeline will be lost. That's why we recommend regularly exporting your timeline as a backup using the Export Timeline feature.
No. Your timeline data is stored locally in your browser and is not accessible to other users or devices. Only you can access your timeline unless you explicitly share an exported file.
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Timeline data is stored in your browser's local storage. If you cleared your browser data, the timeline may be lost. Always export your timeline for backup. If you have a backup JSON file, use Import Timeline to restore it.
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This may be due to large file attachments. Try compressing large images before uploading, or consider removing some attachments to improve performance.
Yes! Timeline Maker is completely free to use with no limitations. There are no premium features, subscriptions, or hidden costs. All features including file attachments, PDF export, timeline merging, and unlimited entries are available to everyone at no cost.
There's no limit to the number of timeline entries you can create. The only practical limit is your browser's storage capacity and performance.
Currently, Timeline Maker uses a clean, professional design that works well for all use cases. We're considering adding customization options in future updates.
Currently, Timeline Maker focuses on individual use through the web interface. For bulk data, you can create JSON files programmatically and import them using the Import Timeline feature.
Timeline Maker doesn't currently support embedding. However, you can export your timeline as PDF and share that, or direct people to create their own timelines.
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