Can I use Google Keep offline?
Yes. On mobile devices, you can access previously loaded notes offline. When you reconnect to the internet, any changes sync automatically. Web version requires internet connection for full access.
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Google Keep – Quick note-taking and list management app
Quickly capture and share your thoughts, manage your to-dos
Capture, organize, and share your thoughts instantly across all devices with synced notes, lists, reminders, and voice memos.
About Google Keep - Notes and lists
Google Keep is a free digital notepad app designed for capturing thoughts instantly. It lets you write text notes, create checklists, add images, record voice memos, and set reminders all in one place. The app syncs seamlessly across your phone, tablet, and web browser so your notes are always accessible.
With color-coded labels, powerful search functionality, and collaborative sharing features, Keep helps you organize ideas without complexity. You can share notes with family or colleagues for real-time collaboration. All your notes are backed up automatically through Google's secure cloud servers.
Features Of Google Keep - Notes and lists
- Capture text notes, checklists, images, and voice memos in one app
- Color-code and label notes for easy organization and filtering
- Set location-based or time-based reminders to resurface notes
- Share notes with others for real-time collaborative editing
- Instant cross-device sync on phone, tablet, and web
- Powerful search function to find notes by keywords instantly
- Access notes offline on mobile and sync when connected
- Pin important notes to home screen for quick access
Premium Features in the Paid Plan
- None - Google Keep is completely free with no premium features
- Unlimited note storage without counting against Google Drive quota
- Voice transcription automatically converts audio to searchable text
- Advanced search including within images using Google Lens
- Collaborative note sharing with specific contact permissions
- Integration with Google Tasks for task management
- Dark mode support for comfortable note-taking at night
- Widget support for quick note capture from home screen
Free - No premium tier or in-app purchases
Free vs Premium Comparison
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Limit | Unlimited (images and audio don't count toward Google Drive) | Not available - Keep is completely free |
| Note Organization | Labels, colors, and search; no traditional notebooks | Not available |
| Formatting Options | Basic - no bold, italic, or advanced text formatting | Not available |
| Collaboration | Share notes with others for real-time editing | Not available |
| Voice Notes | Supported with automatic transcription | Not available |
| Reminders | Time and location-based reminders included | Not available |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a character limit for notes?
Yes. Individual notes in Google Keep are limited to 20,000 characters, which equals approximately 3,000-4,000 words or 20-30 pages of text.
Can multiple people edit the same note?
Absolutely. Share your note with contacts and collaborators can edit in real-time. Changes appear instantly for all users viewing the shared note.
Does Google Keep have a desktop app?
No standalone desktop app exists. Access Keep on web at keep.google.com using any browser or install the Chrome extension for quick access.
Will my notes be lost if I delete the app?
No. All notes are saved to Google's cloud servers. Reinstalling the app and signing in will restore all your notes automatically.
Can I attach files to Keep notes?
You can add images (GIF, JPEG, JPG, PNG). Other file types must be uploaded separately to Google Drive and linked within notes.
