How to Export Apple Notes

There’s no easy export option for Apple Notes, but there’s a workaround: request a copy of your data. It will give you a folder with every individual note you can then use for import into another service. Here’s how to do it.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For this to work, you must have your notes in iCloud. If they're only saved locally on your iPhone or iPad, this won't work. To check for this, go to Settings on your device, tap your name/profile, then iCloud. Make sure the Notes box is checked under "Apps Using iCloud."

1. Log into AppleID.com
2. Scroll down to Data & Privacy
3. Click Manage Your Data & Privacy
4. Click Request a copy of your data ›
5. Scroll down and check iCloud Notes
6. Scroll all the way to the bottom and click Continue
7. Change the GB size if you think your notes total more than 1 GB and want to receive the download in a single file
8. Complete request

Your data will be prepared for download, and you'll receive an email when ready.

To access the zipped file, return to the Manage Your Data & Privacy area, and you'll see a notice on the right sidebar.