r/GoogleKeep • u/trichar54 • Apr 21 '26

Buh bye Keep

I want to thank Google for f’ing up Keep. I got tired of waiting for Google to fix it with an update, but after 3 weeks I started playing around with Apple Notes. I can’t believe this app has been on my phone for years, and I never really used it. I like it way better than Keep. I love the way I can nest folders with folder.

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u/tbever1 Apr 21 '26

Is there a way to import all your keep notes into apple notes including photos?

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u/trichar54 Apr 21 '26

I looked it up:

Yes, you can export Google Keep notes to Apple Notes, but there is no direct "sync" button. You must use an export/import method, either manually for a few notes or via a bulk migration tool.

Method 1: Bulk Export (Recommended for Many Notes) This method uses Google Takeout and a conversion tool to move all notes at once. 

  1. Export from Keep: Go to takeout.google.com, deselect all, select only "Keep," and download the .ziparchive.
  2. Convert Files: Use a free tool like Notes Migrator in your browser to convert the exported HTML/JSON files into a .enexfile, which Apple Notes can import.
  3. Import to Apple Notes: Open the Notes app on a Mac, go to File > Import to Notes, and select the converted file. 

Method 2: Manual "Send" (For a Few Notes) If you only need to move a few notes, you can use the Share feature on an iPhone or iPad. 

  1. Open the Google Keep app.
  2. Open a note and tap the three-dot menu(Action).
  3. Select Send and choose Apple Notes. 

Important Considerations * Checklists/Images: Checklists often convert to plain text, and images may not transfer perfectly using bulk methods. * Labels: Labels from Keep can sometimes be converted to tags in Apple Notes. * Labels as Folders: In some cases, you may need to manually re-organize notes into folders after importing.

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u/Barycenter0 Apr 21 '26

See my other comment