Cards, lists, and reminders
Pin important notes, add reminders, and organize with labels and colors. Better Keep also supports rich text, folders, recordings, sketches, and encrypted sync across approved devices with Pro.
Import on your device
Export your data with Google Takeout, then select the archive inside Better Keep. The import is processed locally. Text notes, checklists, labels, colors, timestamps, pinned state, archive state, trash state, and supported attachments are preserved where the Takeout record provides them.
- No upload to a third-party conversion website
- Exact re-imports are skipped by default
- A clear report lists imported, skipped, failed, and unsupported items
Try a few notes first
Sign in, create a local note, import a small Takeout archive, and format an imported note with headings and checklists. Check the import report before moving your whole collection. Unlimited local notes are free; Pro adds cloud sync and removes the five-locked-note limit.
Choose based on your priorities
If you want headings, folders, recordings, or encrypted sync, try a few notes in Better Keep before moving your collection. Local notes are free after sign-in, and the source code is available to inspect.
At a glance
| Consideration | Better Keep | Google Keep |
|---|---|---|
| Writing | Rich text, headings, lists, formatting, sketches, and audio | Fast lightweight notes and checklists |
| Privacy | End-to-end encrypted note and attachment sync | Protected by the Google account and Google service controls |
| Offline use | Local-first note database on supported platforms | Offline behavior depends on the client and platform |
| Migration | Local Google Takeout importer with an import report | Google Takeout export |
| Code | Source-available under CC BY-NC 4.0 | Proprietary service |
Questions people ask
Can Better Keep import Google Keep notes?
Yes. Export Keep with Google Takeout and select the ZIP inside Better Keep. Processing stays on your device, and a report identifies anything that could not be imported.
Is an account required to use Better Keep?
Yes. An account is required to use Better Keep. After signing in, local note-taking is free and works offline. Optional encrypted cloud sync requires Pro.
Is Better Keep open source?
The code is available under CC BY-NC 4.0, which restricts commercial reuse. It is source-available, but does not meet the OSI definition of open source.