Can I use Simple Notes alongside Google Keep?

Yes. Many people use Keep for quick reminders and Simple Notes for longer writing and organized notes. They complement each other well.

Can I import from Google Keep?

You can export from Google Keep via Google Takeout (as JSON or HTML), then copy the content into Simple Notes.

Does Simple Notes integrate with Google?

You can sign in with your Google account via Google OAuth. Note content isn't integrated with Google Drive or Google Docs.

Simple Notes

Google Keep alternative

A Google Keep alternative for serious note-takers

Google Keep is great for sticky notes. Simple Notes is for longer-form writing, organized thinking, and real Markdown.

Try Simple Notes free View pricing

Why people leave Google Keep

✕Card-based UI isn't suited to longer notes
✕No Markdown or rich text formatting
✕No folders — only labels
✕No version history
✕Notes feel like sticky notes, not documents

Why Simple Notes is a great Google Keep alternative

Document-first UI with a proper text editor
Full Markdown support with live preview
Folders and tags for organized knowledge
Version history on every note
Public sharing for notes you want others to read

Google Keep is fantastic for quick reminders, shopping lists, and pinned sticky notes. But it was never designed for longer writing, research, or organized knowledge. If you've outgrown Keep and want a proper note-taking app with folders, Markdown, and version history — Simple Notes is the natural next step.

Simple Notes vs Google Keep: feature comparison

Feature	Simple Notes	Google Keep
Markdown support
Folders
Tags / labels
Version history
Public sharing
Long-form writing		Limited
Checklists
Dark mode
Free tier	Full-featured	Full-featured

Ready to try Simple Notes?

Free on all devices. No credit card required.

Create your free account

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Simple Notes alongside Google Keep?: Yes. Many people use Keep for quick reminders and Simple Notes for longer writing and organized notes. They complement each other well.
Can I import from Google Keep?: You can export from Google Keep via Google Takeout (as JSON or HTML), then copy the content into Simple Notes.
Does Simple Notes integrate with Google?: You can sign in with your Google account via Google OAuth. Note content isn't integrated with Google Drive or Google Docs.

Compare Simple Notes with other apps:

vs Evernote vs Notion vs Simplenote vs Apple Notes vs Obsidian

Switch from Google Keep to Simple Notes

Free on all devices. Unlimited notes. No credit card required.

Try Simple Notes — it's free