---
title: "Begin the import of an image analyzed by Syft into the system"
method: POST
path: "/imports/images"
tags: ["Imports"]
---

# Begin the import of an image analyzed by Syft into the system

`POST /imports/images`

## Response `200`

success

- ImageImportOperation — An import record, creating a unique identifier for referencing the operation as well as its state
  - `uuid` string
  - `status` 'pending' | 'queued' | 'processing' | 'complete' | 'failed' | 'expired'
  - `expires_at` string, date-time
  - `created_at` string, date-time

## Other responses

- `500` — Internal Error

---

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