Migrating Apple Notes to Zoho Notebook
Moving from Apple Notes to Zoho Notebook is simple if you're using a Mac. Zoho Notebook lets you import your Apple Notes while preserving most of your note content, making it easy to continue working without manually recreating your notes.
Since Apple only allows Notes to be exported through the macOS Notes app, Apple Notes can currently be imported only from the Zoho Notebook Mac app.
Before You Begin
Before starting the import, make sure that:
You're using the latest version of the Zoho Notebook Mac app.
You're signed in to the correct Apple ID on your Mac.
You're signed in to your Zoho Notebook account.
You have a stable internet connection for syncing imported notes.
What Gets Imported
The following content is generally imported successfully:
Text notes
Titles
Checklists
Images embedded in notes
Tables (where supported)
Basic text formatting
Attachments stored within notes (where supported)
Important Notes on Locked Notes
Notes that are locked in Apple Notes cannot be migrated directly due to privacy restrictions.
To migrate locked notes:
Unlock the notes in Apple Notes
Move them to regular folders
Proceed with migration
Once migrated, notes can be locked again in Zoho Notebook to maintain user privacy.
Prerequisites
Before starting the migration, ensure that:
You have access to your Apple ID credentials
You have a valid Zoho Notebook account
You are using a Mac device
You have a stable internet connection
Steps to Migrate Apple Notes to Zoho Notebook (Mac)
Instructions
- Install and open the Zoho Notebook app on your Mac
Sign in using your Zoho account.
From the top menu bar, click File
- Select Import from the drop-down menu. A list of supported platforms will be displayed.
Choose Apple Notes from the list.
Select one of the following options:
Import all Apple Notes
Import selected notes only
Click Import to proceed
The migration process will run in the background.
Once completed, the imported notes will appear in Zoho Notebook.
Notes & Limitations
Migration time depends on the number and size of notes being imported.
Do not close the Zoho Notebook app while the migration is in progress.
Migration is a one-time process and changes made in Apple Notes after migration will not sync with Zoho Notebook.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. During the import process, you can choose to migrate all notes or only selected notes.
2. Will my notes stay synced after migration?
No, Migration is a one-time import process. Any changes made in Apple Notes after the migration will not be reflected in Zoho Notebook. To bring newly created or updated notes into Zoho Notebook, the migration will need to be initiated again.
Any user with:
A Zoho Notebook account
Apple Notes
Access to a Mac device
4. Will folders from Apple Notes be migrated?
Yes. Folders from Apple Notes will be migrated and can be accessed within the Zoho Notebook app.
5. What should I do if the migration fails?
Ensure:
You have a stable internet connection
You do not close the Notebook app during migration
If the issue persists, contact Zoho Notebook Support.
6. I don't see the Apple Notes import option. What should I do?
Make sure that:
You're using the Mac version of Zoho Notebook.
You're running the latest version of the application.
The Apple Notes app is available on your Mac.
If the option is still unavailable, contact the Zoho Notebook support team.
Need Further Assistance?
If you encounter any issues or errors during the migration process, contact the Zoho Notebook Support Team: support@zohonotebook.com