# Articles
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/articles
Read saved articles in a clean, ad-free view
When you [save a bookmark](/bookmarks), Raindrop detects articles automatically and lets you read them in a clean built-in preview — just the content, nothing else.
The same preview works for videos, PDFs, EPUBs, and images.
## Reading an article
Right-click a bookmark and select **Preview**.
Adjust the **theme**, **font**, and **text size** to make reading comfortable.
*Optionally*, [add highlights](/highlights) to important passages.
Tap a bookmark — the article opens in preview automatically when available, otherwise the original page loads.
Adjust the **theme**, **font**, and **text size** by tapping in top bar to make reading comfortable.
*Optionally*, [add highlights](/highlights) to important passages.
Make sure in-app browser is set to Raindrop.io: **Settings** → **Browser** → **Open links in** → **Raindrop.io**.
Tap a bookmark — the article opens in preview automatically when available, otherwise the original page loads.
Adjust the **theme**, **font**, and **text size** by tapping in bottom bar to make reading comfortable.
*Optionally*, [add highlights](/highlights) to important passages.
Make sure in-app browser is enabled: **Settings** → **Open in browser** → **In app**.
## Chatting with an article
Not sure what the article is about? [Stella](/stella) can summarize it, extract key points, translate into another language, or answer your questions about the content.
Switch to the Ask tab in the preview panel.
When saving or editing a bookmark in the extension, click the button — it opens a chat about that web page.
Tap at the bottom of the screen.
Tap at the bottom of the screen.
## Finding articles
Over time you'll save dozens of articles alongside other bookmarks. Filter to see just your articles, [search](/using-search) through their text — whatever helps you find what you need.
Click the **Articles** filter in the sidebar.
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select the **Article** filter from the list.
Tap on the search field.
Select the **Type** filter and then **Articles** from the suggestions.
## Related
Save key passages from articles, PDFs, and EPUBs
Find articles by content across your library
Summarize, translate, and ask questions about articles
A saved copy of every page in case the original disappears
## FAQ
It analyzes the page when you save it and detects the content type automatically — no manual action needed.
You can still read it. The article text is saved in Raindrop at the time the bookmark is created.
Right-click the bookmark → **Refresh preview**. If the problem persists, contact support at [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io).
No. Only publicly accessible pages can be parsed.
Yes — in articles, PDFs, and EPUBs. See [Highlights](/highlights).
# Authentication
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/authentication
Sign-in methods, password management, and two-factor authentication
Raindrop.io supports several ways to sign in: email or username with a password, Google, and Apple.
You can use any combination — for example, register with Google and later add a password, or use all methods at once. All sign-in settings are in [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account).
## Changing your password
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account) and click **Change password**. You'll need to enter your current password first. All other sessions will end automatically.
If you don't remember your current password, use [password recovery](#password-recovery) instead.
## Changing your email or username
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account), update the corresponding field and save. All other sessions will end automatically.
After changing your email, confirm it by clicking the verification link sent to your new address.
## Password recovery
To regain access to your account:
Go to the [Reset password](https://app.raindrop.io/account/lost) page
Enter your email address
Check your inbox for a reset link and set a new password
## Connecting Google or Apple
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account) and find the **Sign in with** section. Toggle Google or Apple on to connect, off to disconnect. You can add or remove providers at any time.
If you registered through a social provider and want to also sign in with a password, click **Change password** in Account Settings. After that you can use both methods or disconnect the social provider.
To switch from one provider to another, connect the new one first, then disconnect the old one.
## Two-factor authentication (2FA)
2FA adds an extra step when you log in: after your password, you enter a one-time code from an authentication app (e.g. Google Authenticator, Authy). Enabling or disabling 2FA automatically ends all other sessions.
Install an authentication app (Google Authenticator, Authy, or similar) on your phone if you don't have one yet.
Go to [2FA settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/tfa) and click **Add**.
Scan or copy the secret code into your authentication app.
Type the six-digit code from the app and click **Continue**.
Save your recovery codes in a safe place — you'll need them if you lose access to the authentication app.
If you lose both your authentication app and recovery codes, you won't be able to access your account.
Go to [2FA settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/tfa)
Click **Disable**
Enter a one-time passcode from your authentication app or a recovery code
Start the [login](https://app.raindrop.io/account) process
When asked for an authentication code, click **Disable**
Enter your recovery code and confirm
## Logging out
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account) and click **Logout** to sign out of the current device.
If you need to end all active sessions — for example, after using a shared computer — click **Logout from all devices** instead.
## FAQ
Yes. You can connect any combination of sign-in methods and use whichever is most convenient.
Yes. Set a password in Account Settings, then disconnect the social provider if you no longer need it.
Yes. Connect the new provider first, then disconnect the old one.
Not yet. Currently only authentication apps are supported.
Unfortunately, if both are lost, there is no way to regain access to the account.
## Related
Fix login issues, sync problems, and more
Manage your Pro plan and billing
Move data between accounts
# Bookmarks
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/bookmarks
Save what catches your eye on the web
Bookmarks are at the heart of Raindrop.io. Save a link — and it's stored with a clean preview, ready to organize into [collections](/collections), label with [tags](/tags), and annotate with notes.
## Saving bookmarks
Click the Raindrop.io icon in your browser toolbar.
Make sure you have the [browser extension](/install-extension) installed.
Pick a collection, add tags if you want, and click **Save**.
Open a collection and click **+ Add** in the toolbar.
Paste the URL and click **Save**.
Tap **Share** in any app (Safari, YouTube, Twitter, etc.).
Choose **Raindrop.io** from the share sheet. If you don't see it, scroll the top row of icons to the right and tap **More** at the end to enable Raindrop.io.
Make sure you have the [mobile app](/mobile-app) installed.
Pick a collection, add tags if you want, and tap **Save**.
Tap **Share** in any app.
Choose **Raindrop** from the share list.
Make sure you have the [mobile app](/mobile-app) installed.
Pick a collection, add tags if you want, and tap **Save**.
The title, description, and thumbnail are grabbed from the page automatically.
If the bookmark is an article or video, you can view it later in a [clean built-in preview](/articles) — no ads or clutter.
## Managing a bookmark
Hover over a bookmark and click **Edit**, or right-click and select **Edit** from the context menu.
Long-press a bookmark and choose **Edit**.
Tap the icon next to a bookmark to open the edit screen.
From here you can edit the title, description, or thumbnail, and also:
* Add a **note** — your own comments, context, or anything you want to remember about the page. Notes are written in Markdown (bold, italic, lists, links) and are included in [search](/using-search) and [export](/export)
* Move the bookmark to another [collection](/collections)
* Add [tags](/tags) for easier filtering
* Set a [reminder](/reminders) so you don't forget about it
* Mark as **favorite** to keep it at hand
* Or **delete** — the bookmark goes to [Trash](#where-deleted-bookmarks-go), not permanently removed
## Sorting bookmarks
By default bookmarks appear newest first. You can also manually reorder them — drag the ones that deserve more attention to the top.
Click in the toolbar.
Choose how to order: by date added, by name, or arrange manually.
*Optionally*: when manual sorting is active, you can drag and drop bookmarks to reorder them.
Tap in the top right corner, then **Sort**.
Choose how to order: by date added, by name, or arrange manually.
*Optionally*: when manual sorting is active, you can drag and drop bookmarks to reorder them.
Tap in the top right corner.
Choose how to order: by date added, by name, or arrange manually.
*Optionally*: when manual sorting is active, you can drag and drop bookmarks to reorder them.
## Finding bookmarks
Find any bookmark by name, URL, or content. Use [filters](/filters) to narrow results by type, date, tag, and more.
Click the search field at the top of the page and start typing.
Tap the search field at the top of the screen and type your query.
Tap the button at the top of the screen and type your query.
Learn more about other ways to [search](/using-search) and [filter](/filters) your bookmarks.
## Managing multiple bookmarks
**Pro tip**: need to sort, tag, or reorganize a lot of bookmarks at once? Ask [Stella](/stella) — just describe what you need in plain language.
Hover over a bookmark and click the checkbox that appears.
Click additional bookmarks to add them to the selection.
Use the toolbar actions:
* **Move** — transfer to another [collection](/collections)
* **Add tags** — apply [tags](/tags) to all selected items
* **Open** — open all selected links in new browser tabs at once
* **Delete** — move to [Trash](#where-deleted-bookmarks-go)
Tap **Select** in the top right corner.
Tap bookmarks to add them to the selection.
Use the action bar at the bottom — **Move**, **Add tags**, **Delete**, and more.
Long-press a bookmark to enter selection mode.
Tap more bookmarks to add them to the selection.
Use the toolbar: **⋮** → **Move**, **Add tags**, **Delete**, and more.
## Where deleted bookmarks go
Deleted bookmarks are moved to **Trash** collection. It works like any other collection: you can browse it, drag bookmarks out to restore them, or drag bookmarks into it to delete them.
Nothing is removed permanently until you choose to. Bookmarks in Trash don't appear in search results or filters.
## Related
Dive deeper into organizing, finding, and working with your bookmarks.
Find anything across your entire library
Group bookmarks by topic, project, or interest
Add keywords to find bookmarks from different angles
Save key passages from articles, PDFs, and books
Get notified about bookmarks at the right time
Let AI organize, summarize, and clean up your library
## FAQ
A bookmark lives in one collection. To have it in two places, open the target collection, click **+**, paste the URL, and save — this creates a separate copy.
Title, description, thumbnail, and content type (article, video, image, document, audio).
Full text is also extracted from any web page, as well as PDF, EPUB, TXT, and Markdown files — making them all [searchable](/using-search).
Right-click the bookmark → **Refresh preview**. Raindrop.io will re-extract content from the original page. If the problem persists, contact support at [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io).
# Broken links
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/broken-links
Automatic detection of outdated and unavailable bookmarks
Web pages go offline, get deleted, or move to a new address — and there is no way to know until you click. Raindrop.io scans your bookmarks automatically and marks the ones that may no longer work, so you can decide what to do before you need them.
Requires a [Pro plan](/premium-features).
## Finding broken links
Bookmarks flagged as broken show a ghost icon next to the domain name. To see all of them at once:
Click the **Broken links** filter in sidebar
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select the **Broken links** from available filters.
Tap the search field.
Select the **Broken links** filter from the suggestions.
## What to do with a broken link
A broken-link flag is a hint, not a verdict — the page may be temporarily down or simply moved. You have several options:
* **Do nothing.** If you have a [web archive](/permanent-copy) copy, the content is safe even if the original page is gone.
* **Fix the URL.** If the page moved to a new address, update the URL in the bookmark editor. The broken flag clears automatically within a few hours.
* **Delete.** If the bookmark is no longer relevant, select it and press **Delete**.
## Reducing false positives
Some pages appear broken even though they work fine — for example, local network resources, sites behind aggressive firewalls, or slow servers. You can adjust how strictly Raindrop.io checks links in [Settings → App](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/app) under the **Broken links** dropdown.
| Mode | What gets flagged |
| ----------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Basic** | Only explicit "not found" responses (404, 410). Best if you have many intranet or local-network bookmarks. |
| **Default** | Basic + domain does not exist or cannot be resolved. |
| **Strict** | Default + slow responses, server errors, and too many redirects. |
To turn off checking entirely, set the mode to **Off**.
## FAQ
Scans run automatically on a regular schedule. After you change a URL or switch detection mode, allow a few hours for results to update.
Some sites block automated requests, causing a false positive. This also applies to local network resources that Raindrop.io servers cannot reach. Switch to **Basic** mode in [Settings → App](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/app) to reduce these cases.
Not if you have a Pro plan. Raindrop.io automatically saves a [web archive](/permanent-copy) copy of every bookmark. Even if the original page disappears, you can open the archived version.
Yes. Set the detection mode to **Off** in [Settings → App](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/app).
## Related
Narrow down bookmarks by type, tag, date, and more
Automatic saved copies of every web page
Find and remove duplicate bookmarks
# Android
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/changelog/android
## Apr 10, 2026
* Improved translations across all languages
* Collection and tag suggestions now appear with smoother animations and gentle content shifting, reducing accidental taps
* Fixed crashes affecting some devices
* Improved form scrolling — the keyboard no longer covers input fields
* Better edge-to-edge display support
## Feb 26, 2026
* [Stella](/stella) — built-in AI assistant, ask questions about specific bookmarks
## Sep 1, 2025
* Added support for edge-to-edge on Android 15 and newer
* Clearer messaging in the share extension when "Save automatically" is enabled
* Fixed translation issues in several languages
## Apr 28, 2025
* Support navigating back in internal browser
## Mar 6, 2025
* Exact position of the highlight is now saved when highlighting text in the app.
## Feb 18, 2025
* Many webpages behind paywalls are now successfully and permanently copied. Any failed permanent copies will be retried over the next few weeks.
* Significantly improved collection and tag suggestions with a smarter AI model.
* Your own tags and newly suggested tags are now visually distinguished in tag suggestions.
* Fixed an issue where text could not be selected in the preview on certain devices.
* Fixed a bug where text was automatically selected in the description and cover search fields.
* Fixed an issue where thumbnails appeared in low quality on some devices.
## Dec 13, 2024
* PDF highlighting
* Ensure photo sharing via extension does not redirect focus to the main app
* Bug Fix: Resolve issues with saving from DailyMail
## Sep 23, 2024
* Fixed push notifications. Now reminders delivered properly.
* Fixed crash on cover screen
* You can now invite collaborators without sending an email. Instead, you'll receive a shareable link to distribute manually. This update was made to prevent misuse of the email feature for spamming.
## June 9, 2024
* Better more reliable web highlighter
## May 21, 2024
* Fix issue when tap stop responding
## May 20, 2024
* **New: Nested collections** now appear when viewing root collection
* **New ✦ AI-Driven Collection and Tag Suggestions (Pro Only)**: When adding or editing an unsorted bookmark, you'll now see AI-generated suggestions above the collection and tag fields.
* **New ✦ AI Semantic Search (Pro Only)**: Enhances your bookmark search with advanced natural language processing techniques that accurately understand the intent and context of your queries. No need to remember exact keywords, just type your query in natural language. For instance, find the `Sega Mega Drive` bookmark with a `Sega Genesis` query.
* **New ✦ Multilingual Search Support (Pro Only)**: Our search feature now supports over 100 languages, allowing you to search in your native language, even for bookmarks in different languages.
* Performance improvements
## Jan 23, 2024
* Fix "Add collaborator" button
* Fix PDF preview
## Oct 25, 2023
* Android 13 and later versions now include thematic icons
* Resolved the double tap issue
* Fixed the toolbar highlighting problem on certain devices
* Performance improvements
* New note field
* Reminders
* Nested collections now free
* Two-factor authentication
* Fix unresponsive bug
* Improve performance
* Support EPUB (uploading, reading, highlighting and full-text search)
* New `book` type filter
* Fix mouse support for highlighting on iPad
* Improve highlights
* Fix audio filter icon
* New feature: Highlights
* Remove Facebook SDK (hugely improve privacy)
* Fix preview of HTTP (non-secure) links on iOS
* Fix reorder
* Read articles, watch videos and images without leaving an app
* Fix bug when app goes background list scroll position is reseted
* More reliable Google Signin
* Fix Facebook login
* Fix crash in search screen on Android
* Safari extension, same as we have for desktop browsers! (iOS/iPadOS only)
* Search screen with new filters: match any condition, exclude conditions, search for items created/updated in specific date, find by any part of an URL, find only in title/description
* Recent searches
* Support saving links from some problematic apps (Amazon)
* Performance and stability improvements
* Login or register with username
* Separate setting for auto save for mobile
* Fix search crash for some users
* More obvious expand button in collections list
* Change app languages in app settings
* Performance improvement for collections/bookmarks list
* Fix Share extension
* Fix crash on some languages
# Changelog
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/changelog/index
Stay up to date with the latest updates across all Raindrop.io platforms
# iOS
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/changelog/ios
## Mar 30, 2026
* **Now available in 10 languages**: 🇺🇸 English 🇩🇪 Deutsch 🇯🇵 日本語 🇫🇷 Français 🇪🇸 Español 🇳🇱 Nederlands 🇧🇷 Português 🇵🇱 Polski 🇮🇹 Italiano 🇷🇺 Русский
* Fixed a redundant background behind **Add to Unsorted** on iOS 26
* Stability improvements
## Feb 19, 2026
* Stella — built-in AI assistant, ask questions about specific bookmarks
* Shortcuts app support — add/get/delete bookmarks, manage tags & favorites, save files, get collections
* Browser settings — option to disable Universal Links, fixed sluggish scroll
* Performance — faster lists, network caching, optimized thumbnails
* File upload details shown during upload
## Sep 11, 2025
* Say hello to Liquid Glass! Raindrop now fully embraces the fresh, modern look of iOS 26
* A simpler, more streamlined Search experience
* Filters are now accessible via a dedicated button
* Fixed an issue where tags could be lost when saving a bookmark too quickly from the share extension
* Improved overall performance and reliability
## May 26, 2025
* Fixed issue where the share extension was not appearing in the Chrome browser
## May 19, 2025
* Fixed crash when sharing large files to Raindrop
* Improved reliability of file uploads
* Resolved duplicate detection issues for single-page app (SPA) links
## Mar 5, 2025
* Exact position of the highlight is now saved when highlighting text in the app.
## Mar 4, 2025
* Fix universal links support
## Feb 22, 2025
* Improve Add to Unsorted extension speed
## Jan 14, 2025
* Many webpages behind paywalls are now successfully and permanently copied. Any failed permanent copies will be retried over the next few weeks.
* Significantly improved collection and tag suggestions with a smarter AI model.
* Your own tags and newly suggested tags are now visually distinguished in tag suggestions.
* Resolve issues with audio and video playback, ensuring support for inline playback and autoplay.
## Dec 12, 2024
* Resolve crash encountered when swiping from "All bookmarks" to the home screen.
* Restore the last visited collection upon app restart.
* PDF highlighting is now supported! Just upload your PDF and tap preview.
* Fix Safari web extension (Mini app) on a iPad
## Sep 24, 2024
* Fixed an issue with collections not syncing.
* Resolved a rare network errors.
* Improved the animation for suggestions.
* Enhanced overall performance.
## Sep 16, 2024
* You can now invite collaborators without sending an email. Instead, a shareable link will be provided to distribute manually. This change helps prevent misuse of the email feature for spamming.
* Added dark and tinted icon versions for iOS 18.
## Sep 4, 2024
* Fixed Safari extension highlights in iOS 18 beta.
* Universal links now open in native apps by default (e.g., YouTube, Instagram).
## June 9, 2024
* Better more reliable web highlighter
## May 2, 2024
* **New ✦ AI-Driven Collection and Tag Suggestions (Pro Only)**: When adding or editing an unsorted bookmark, you'll now see AI-generated suggestions above the collection and tag fields.
* **New ✦ AI Semantic Search (Pro Only)**: Enhances your bookmark search with advanced natural language processing techniques that accurately understand the intent and context of your queries. No need to remember exact keywords, just type your query in natural language. For instance, find the `Sega Mega Drive` bookmark with a `Sega Genesis` query.
* **New ✦ Multilingual Search Support (Pro Only)**: Our search feature now supports over 100 languages, allowing you to search in your native language, even for bookmarks in different languages.
* Performance improvements
## Jan 24, 2024
* Fix tags screen input bug
## Sep 19, 2023
* Resolve the issue of being unable to change the view mode
* Implement fixes specific to iOS 17
* Improve Share extension interface
* Better tag suggestions look
* New note field
* Reminders
* Nested collections now free
* Two-factor authentication
* Photos and files upload bug fix
* Improve performance
* Fix iPad state restoration
* Fix Safari extension highlighting
* Major redesign
# Web app
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/changelog/web
Web, Desktop App & Browser Extensions
## Jun 2, 2026
* **YouTube transcripts** — transcripts are now extracted automatically from videos and saved to the [web archive](/web-archive), so they're [fully searchable](/using-search) and available to [Stella](/stella) for chatting about a video.
* **X.com (formerly Twitter) threads** are now saved in full as web archives and indexed for full-text search.
* **Reddit web archives** fixed — posts now save in full with comments and full-text search.
* New [Zapier integration](/integrations/zapier) — connect bookmarks with thousands of other apps.
* **Semantic search** is back — previously disabled over quality issues, now much improved.
* Overall improvements to web archive, with a higher success rate.
* Stella is faster and more stable, and you can now approve all actions at once instead of one by one.
* [MCP](/integrations/mcp) is now available on the Free plan too — only semantic search remains exclusive to paid plans.
* Improved translations.
* Double-clicking a collection in the sidebar now expands or collapses its nested collections.
## Feb 25, 2026
* Now all public pages are hosted on a dedicated website `raindrop.page` and your profile will have a subdomain like `username.raindrop.page`. This change was made to improve performance and reliability of public pages, as well as to provide better security and isolation from the main app. Your old public page links will continue to work and will be redirected to the new domain. If possible change your public page links to the new domain to avoid unnecessary redirects and improve loading speed. If you have any questions or issues with the new domain, please contact our support team.
## Feb 21, 2026
* OneDrive as additional automatic backup destination (in addition to Dropbox and Google Drive)
* Fix safari 26 preview height bug
* Fix bug with modals close when they appear one on a another
* Ability to turn off AI assistant completely in settings
## Feb 5, 2026
* **New ✦ AI Assistant (Stella)**: Click the **Ask** button to search by meaning, summarize articles, organize your library, and more — all powered by AI
* Removed the AI Suggestions page — all AI features are now part of the assistant, which is more flexible and capable
## Dec 5, 2025
* Fixed an error when uploading `.url` files
* Fixed password reset for users with 2FA enabled
* Allowed adding URLs without a TLD
* Improved the refresh preview action
* Improved metadata fetching for Google pages; always retrieves the English version
* Improved metadata fetching and permanent copy generation for non-Latin pages (e.g., Japanese, Russian)
* Improved PDF preview generation for files using custom fonts
* Fixed previews for some video files
## Sep 29, 2025
* Improved metadata URL parsing, especially for hard-to-parse domains such as x.com and Facebook
* Fixed text truncation for Arabic and emojis
* Added macOS Share Extension
* Fixed collection path truncation
## Sep 10, 2025
* Fixed issue with Safari ITP causing very short cookie expiration times
* Fixed sidebar extension icon appearance in Firefox dark theme
* Added support for toggling the side panel in Chrome extension
* Fixed scrolling issue on Safari 26
* Improved CSV export
* Improved highlight styles so link styles are untouched
* Fixed trailing slash detection in url/exists
## May 19, 2025
* Permanent copies are now generated even for broken or offline links using the Wayback Machine
* Article previews now always use the permanent copy as the source (Pro only), improving speed and privacy
* Fixed caching issue that caused subsequent pages to stop loading
* Resolved unsaved changes dialog error in Chrome-based browser extensions
* Fixed issue where quick edits to new bookmarks in the extension were not saved
* Removed deleted tags from recent tags list
* Test tokens for personal apps no longer expire
* Fixed issue with animated GIFs appearing incorrectly in thumbnails
* Improved speed of permanent copy generation
* Added support for importing Listy files (.json and .listy)
* Improved loading speed for large PDFs
* Enhanced previews for articles and embedded content
* Significantly increased thumbnail generation speed
* Removed annoying modals during website screenshot generation
* Fixed thumbnail issues for Reddit posts
## Apr 16, 2025
* Fixed issue preventing backups for users with over 400,000 bookmarks
* Suggested tags now respect your preferred casing
* Collection invite links are now reusable, allowing multiple invites without creating a new link each time
* IFTTT integration: ensured the same bookmark can trigger multiple applets
* Fixed issue with saving highlights when tab is closed quickly
* Prevented errors on non-HTTPS pages
* Improved performance of expand/collapse for sidebar collections
* Made link uniqueness checks case-insensitive
* Removed empty commands from Safari extension (previously appeared as a bug in Safari settings)
* Enabled pinning to sidebar in Edge via PWA manifest
* Description field is now always visible
* Added error message for users with JavaScript disabled
* Highlighted text now saves its exact position in the app
* Display "file" label instead of up.raindrop.io domain
* Added support for pasting multiple URLs in the Add form
## Feb 20, 2025
* Many webpages behind paywalls are now successfully and permanently copied. Any failed permanent copies will be retried over the next few weeks.
* Significantly improved collection and tag suggestions with a smarter AI model.
* Fixed an issue where pasted tags separated by commas were recognized as a single tag instead of multiple tags.
* Fixed the Safari extension's "Open in New Tab" functionality.
* Your own tags and newly suggested tags are now visually distinguished in tag suggestions.
* If an imported file contains duplicates, a warning message will now be displayed.
* Improved handling of bulk uploads, fixing issues with uploading hundreds of files at once.
* Fixed Raindrop HTML export files—no more issues when importing them back into Safari.
* Added the ability to hide covers and highlights on public pages (can be toggled in the web app's view settings).
## Dec 3, 2024
* PDF highlighting is now supported! Simply upload your PDF and select "Preview" to get started.
* Article previews are now significantly faster and produce cleaner results.
* Epub previews have been greatly enhanced for improved speed and clarity.
* You can now download all uploaded files or select specific ones to download.
* Resolved the empty window issue for the Safari web extension on iPad.
* Fixed the Markdown preview issue in the "Note" field.
* Addressed the visibility bug with the expand/collapse collection button in Safari 18.
## Oct 17, 2024
* Fixed the drag-to-move feature on Windows 8.1
## Sep 16, 2024
* You can now invite collaborators without sending an email. Instead, you'll receive a shareable link to distribute manually. This update was made to prevent misuse of the email feature for spamming.
* Renamed "Remove" to "Delete."
* Fixed Safari extension highlights for iOS 18.
* Broken links are now automatically re-checked every 6 months, whereas they previously weren't re-checked after the initial check.
* Fixed duplicate reminders sent via email when notifications are enabled on the mobile app.
## Aug 29, 2024
* We've enhanced our suggestions for collections and tags! Unlike before, our smarter suggestions no longer need prior training, meaning even empty collections are considered, and the list of suggested tags will include new, relevant ones.
## Jul 23, 2024
* Fix not working extension shortcuts in Edge browser
* Fix compatibility of highlights with Dark Reader extension
* Web app now supports dropping multiple URLs. Feel free to drop your browser bookmarks folder from a toolbar, to save them all.
* Web app now supports multiline highlight note
* Fix collapse/expand all collections action
* Fix "save all tabs" when there more than 1000 open tabs
## June 9, 2024
* Better more reliable web highlighter
* It uses new native browser custom highlights engine that never alter original content of a page
## May 14, 2024
* **New ✦ AI Organization Tips (Pro Only)**: No need to sort your bookmarks right away. Whenever you find some free time, just pop over to the organization tips page. There, you'll discover ready-to-use tips for enhancing your bookmark organization
## Apr 25, 2024
* **New ✦ AI-Driven Collection and Tag Suggestions (Pro Only)**: When adding or editing an unsorted bookmark, you'll now see AI-generated suggestions above the collection and tag fields.
* **New ✦ AI Semantic Search (Pro Only)**: Enhances your bookmark search with advanced natural language processing techniques that accurately understand the intent and context of your queries. No need to remember exact keywords, just type your query in natural language. For instance, find the `Sega Mega Drive` bookmark with a `Sega Genesis` query.
* **New ✦ Multilingual Search Support (Pro Only)**: Our search feature now supports over 100 languages, allowing you to search in your native language, even for bookmarks in different languages.
* **New Additional Search Operators**: `title:query`, `excerpt:query`, `note:query`
* **New: Search Highlights**: Search results now emphasize highlighted phrases, words and parts of link.
* **New: Partial Word Search**: Enhanced capability to find bookmarks by parts of words.
* **Fixed Numeric Query Bug**: Corrected issues where numbers 0 and 1 were recognized incorrectly in searches.
* **Fixed Collection Icon Padding**: Resolved excessive padding issues on collection icons.
* **Fixed Charset Recognition**: Improved character set recognition for text file uploads.
## Feb 16, 2024
* Fix scroll jumping bug
* Fix icon picker crash in some cases
* Faster thumbnail generation with additional servers in North America, Europe and Japan
* Public page improvements: support open in new tab setting, support view customizations
* Permanent copy improvements: use web archive copy when origin is not reachable, support some paywall websites, better website popups removal logic
* Export / backup improvements: new 'id' and 'favorite' tabs in CSV
* Desktop app: fix issue when close, maximize and minimize buttons overlap content
## Nov 3, 2023
* Fix note field, now it never be altered (saved as is)
* New hotkey: Open sidepanel in Chrome (Alt+Shift+B)
* Save tabs and open the side panel, app, or settings by right-clicking on the Raindrop extension button and selecting the desired option from the context menu
## Oct 24, 2023
* The quality of permanent copies has been significantly improved, particularly for webpages with heavy JavaScript. Webpage copies from Twitter now work perfectly as well.
* Dates format has been fixed to use the 24-hour format based on the system settings.
* The collaboration join link has been fixed.
* Facebook, Twitter, and VK login options have been removed.
* The hotkey for the sidebar extension in Firefox has been added.
* The welcome screen of the extension has been improved.
* The non-functioning share target webmanifest has been removed.
* Relevant search functionality has been fixed.
* Collections search has been fixed.
* Better markdown support
* Resize uploaded collection covers and user avatars
* Fix HTML export format
* New note field
* Extension: revert back "tabs" permission to opt-in ("browser history" permission is now not required)
* Less annoying suggested collections strip
* Show saved page indicator by default (tabs permission is now required by default)
* Better handling of highlights permission
* Fix "last used collection" setting in clipper
* Fix reset system collections view setting
* Upgrade to manifest v3
* Reminders
* Nested collections now free
* Suggested collections
* Two-factor authentication
* Support EPUB (uploading, reading, highlighting and full-text search)
* New `book` type filter
* Improve highlighting
* Copy highlights button
* Fix issue when extension save dialog just close automatically on some linux distros
* Fix hotkey visibility for extension welcome page
* Fix long collection names truncation
* Improve dark theme colors
* Export highlights
* Automatic daily backups
* Support import of highlights in CSV / HTML format (Raindrop and Diigo files)
* New extension welcome page
* Now you can use the same hotkey (Ctrl+Shift+S) to save highlights
* Fix extension popover speed on some edge cases
* Fix copy highlight button for some web-pages
* Fix `Create collection` button
* Fix `Open all bookmarks` feature. Previously order of opened tabs have been incorrect
* Fix restore of last opened collection
* Fix collection search
* New feature: Highlights
* Fix login issue in Add bookmark dialog in Firefox extension
* Scroll to active collection in sidebar on initial open
* Support `Tab` navigation in collection selector
* Fix `X` button in extension Add window
* Fix long collection name in Add window
* Improve local web-page parser
* Remove Google Analytics
* No more ask for save unsaved changes when you just navigate to other screen inside of an app
* When you press `Tab` in tags field, highlighted tag will be selected instead of creating new one
* Remove auto-close from add bookmark window
* Fix add bookmark window in Brave browser
* Fix Safari extension in-app purchase window when you click on any link
* Search is now 5x time faster
* New advanced search operators: find exact phrase, exclude conditions, match any condition, search by date, find by URL part, find by permanent copy status, find only in title/description
* Now it's possible to search by a part of a word
* Recent searches
* Extension: new overlay save page/link dialog that opens inline and auto-closes
* Cover selector now shows 10 images from web-page
* Significantly improved initial load time of extension popover
* Significantly improved parser (especially for Youtube)
* Safari: fix permissions dialog, show \[✔] as badge, fix hotkeys visibility, hide omnibox option
* New settings page design
* New sepia theme
* Improve translation for almost all languages
* Save all tabs
* New Share window: now you can add description and embed to website/blog
* New "Remove all empty collections" action
* Fix tags autocomplete, do not submit form when some tag is highlighted
* Fix bug when all new tags are lowercase by default
* Fix gap between bookmarks buttons in Safari
* Fix Maximum call stack size exceeded error for some users
* Fix search bug when query have a percent symbol
* Improve translation
* Improve search
* If you don't like default sorting `by relevance` for search you can change it now in settings
* Now you can upload your own avatar in settings
* Login or register with username
* Now everywhere in the app `username` is showed instead of a real name
* Tags autocomplete now shows a new tag as separate item (more obvious how to create a new tag)
* Speed up saving new bookmarks speed in extension (nearly instant now)
* Unsaved changes warning bug fix
* Improve translation ES, IT, PL
* Sort search results by relevancy by default
* Improve compatibility with old browsers (Chrome >= 67, Safari >= 10, Firefox >= 55, Edge >= 80)
# Members
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/collaboration
Invite people to your collections to work on them together
Collections are private by default — only you can see them. But sometimes you need other people involved: a colleague gathering research, a friend contributing to a shared reading list, or a team curating resources together.
Membership works at the collection level: you choose which collections to share and invite people to each one individually. Nested collections are included automatically. Everything else stays private.
If you just want to publish a read-only link for anyone on the web, use a [public page](/public-page) instead.
## Inviting members
Open the collection you want to share.
Click the **Share** button in the top-right corner.
If the Share button is not visible, make sure you are inside a specific collection — sharing is not available from "All bookmarks" or "Unsorted".
Switch to the **Collaboration** tab to manage existing members or invite new ones.
Click **Invite** to create a unique join link. Send this link to anyone you want to add.
Invite links are reusable — the same link works for multiple people without needing to generate a new one each time.
## Setting permissions
Every member has one of two roles:
| Role | Can view | Can add, edit, delete |
| ------------- | -------- | --------------------- |
| **Member** | Yes | Yes |
| **Read-only** | Yes | No |
The collection owner always has full control: managing members, changing roles, and revoking access.
If the collection owner has a [Pro plan](/premium-features), every member gains access to full-text search on that collection — even without their own Pro subscription.
## Removing members
Open the collection, click **Share** → **Collaboration**, and remove the person from the list. Access is revoked immediately.
## FAQ
Yes. Adding members to collections is free with no limit on the number of members, on both Free and Pro plans.
No. Members only see the specific collections they've been invited to. Everything else remains private.
No. Only the collection owner can invite new members.
No. You choose which collections to share individually. To share a group, put them under one parent and share the parent — all nested collections are included automatically.
Yes. To join a shared collection, a person needs to sign up for a free Raindrop.io account.
## Related
Share a read-only collection with anyone on the web
Organize bookmarks into collections and nested folders
# Collections
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/collections
Group bookmarks by topic, project, or interest
As your library grows, finding the right bookmark gets harder.
Collections work like folders — group related items together so you always know where things are.
Each collection has its own icon and layout settings, so you can set up each one the way that works best for its content.
Bookmarks you save without picking a collection land in **Unsorted** — a built-in inbox you can sort through later.
## Creating a collection
Click in the sidebar.
Type a name and press **Enter**.
*Optionally*, customize the [icon](#changing-collection-icon) and [layout](#customizing-the-view) of the new collection.
Tap in the bottom right corner.
Tap **Collection**.
Enter a name and tap **Create**.
*Optionally*, customize the [icon](#changing-collection-icon) and [layout](#customizing-the-view) of the new collection.
Tap in the bottom right corner.
Tap **collection**.
Enter a name and tap **Create**.
*Optionally*, customize the [icon](#changing-collection-icon) and [layout](#customizing-the-view) of the new collection.
## Adding bookmarks to a collection
Every bookmark belongs to one collection. You pick the collection when you [save a bookmark](/bookmarks) — or it goes to **Unsorted** by default.
Already saved bookmarks can be easily moved to the right collection:
Drag a bookmark from the list onto a collection in the sidebar.
Select items by hovering and clicking the checkbox that appears.
Click **Move** in the toolbar at the top.
Pick or type the target collection name.
Click the Raindrop.io extension icon.
Click collection name to pick another one.
*Optionally*, pick from ✦ AI suggested collections based on the page content.
Swipe a bookmark to the right and tap **Move**.
Or tap a bookmark and then tap the **collection** icon in the bottom toolbar.
Select the destination collection.
Tap the **Select** button in the top right corner to start selection mode.
Select as many bookmarks as you want.
Tap **Actions** → **Move**.
Tap the icon next to a bookmark.
Tap the collection name to change it.
## Grouping and ordering
Once you have more than a handful of collections, you'll want to keep them organized too. Collections support nesting, reordering, and collapsing.
**Pro tip**: need to restructure your library or sort through hundreds of unsorted bookmarks? Ask [Stella](/stella) — just describe what you want.
To **nest**, drag a collection onto another — it becomes a child.
You can also right-click any collection and choose **Create nested collection**. To un-nest, drag it back into empty space in the sidebar.
To **reorder**, drag a collection up or down to a new position.
Click the arrow next to a parent collection to collapse or expand its children.
Hover over **My collections** in the sidebar and click **…**.
Choose **Sort all collections by name**.
Hover over **My collections** in the sidebar and click **…**.
Choose **Collapse all collections**.
To **nest**, long-press a collection and drag it onto another — it becomes a child.
You can also swipe a collection to the right and choose **Create collection** to create a nested collection. To un-nest, drag it back into empty space.
To **reorder**, drag a collection up or down to a new position.
Tap the arrow next to a parent collection to collapse or expand its children.
Tap the icon in the toolbar in the collections list.
Choose **Sort collections** → **By name**.
Tap the icon in the toolbar in the collections list.
Choose **Collapse all**.
To **nest**, long-press a collection and drag it onto another — it becomes a child.
You can also swipe a collection to the right and choose **Create collection** to create a nested collection. To un-nest, drag it back into empty space.
To **reorder**, drag a collection up or down to a new position.
Tap the arrow next to a parent collection to collapse or expand its children.
Tap the icon next to the **My collections** section title.
Choose **Sort collections by name**.
Tap the icon next to the **My collections** section title.
Choose **Collapse all collections**.
## Finding a collection
Type a collection name in the search field and matching collections appear instantly.
Type a collection name in the search field and matching collections appear instantly.
Type a collection name in the search field and matching collections appear instantly.
Besides collections, you can also search bookmarks by content, tags, and other criteria — see [Search](/using-search) for details.
## Managing a collection
Right-click a collection to open the context menu.
**Rename** — type a new name and press **Enter**.
**[Change icon](#changing-collection-icon)** — pick a custom icon for the collection.
**Delete** — bookmarks inside are moved to [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go), not permanently deleted. Deleting a parent also deletes its sub-collections.
Long-press a collection to open the context menu.
* **Edit collection** — type a new name and tap **Done**.
* **Delete collection** — bookmarks inside are moved to [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go).
Swipe a collection to the left and tap to open the edit screen.
* **Rename** — type a new name and tap **Save**.
* **[Change icon](#changing-collection-icon)** — pick a custom icon.
* **Delete** — bookmarks inside are moved to [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go).
## Changing collection icon
Every collection gets a default folder icon, but a custom one makes it much easier to spot at a glance.
Right-click a collection and choose **Change icon**.
Pick from predefined icons or search by keyword. Click **Delete** in the top-right corner to remove the icon.
Long-press a collection and choose **Edit collection**.
Tap the icon next to a collection name.
Swipe a collection to the left and tap to open the edit screen.
Tap **Icon** and pick or search for an icon.
## Customizing the view
Bookmarks are displayed as a list by default, but each collection has its own view settings. Switch to a grid or moodboard for visual collections, hide titles or tags — whatever works best for the content.
Tap in the top right corner.
Choose preferred layout and visible details.
Tap in the top right corner, then **Layout**.
Choose preferred layout and visible details.
Tap in the top right corner.
Choose preferred layout and visible details.
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**List**\
Each bookmark takes a full row — best for alphabetical or date sorting.
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**Grid**\
Bookmarks are cropped into uniform squares. Useful for design inspiration or mood boards.
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**Headlines**\
Text-only, no thumbnails. The fastest way to scan a large number of bookmarks.
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**Moodboard**\
Variable-height tiles arranged like a mosaic. Works well when visual overview matters more than strict order.
## Managing multiple collections
On Web & Desktop, you can select multiple collections to merge or delete them at once.
**Pro tip**: need to restructure your library or sort through hundreds of unsorted bookmarks? Ask [Stella](/stella) — just describe what you want.
Right-click a collection and choose **Select**.
Click additional collections to add them to the selection.
Use the toolbar actions:
* **Merge** — combine all selected collections into one. All bookmarks are moved to the target collection.
* **Delete** — delete all selected collections. Bookmarks inside go to [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go).
## FAQ
They are moved to [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go), not permanently deleted. You can restore them from there.
A bookmark can only live in one collection. To have it in two places, open the target collection, click , paste the URL, and save — this creates a separate copy.
Yes. Go to [Settings → App](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/app) and change **Default layout**. New collections will use this layout automatically.
On Web & Desktop, right-click **My collections** in the sidebar and choose **Delete all empty collections**.
## Related
Share collections with teammates or friends
Make a collection accessible to anyone on the web
Download collections as HTML, CSV, or TXT
# Duplicates
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/duplicates
Find and remove duplicate bookmarks from your library
Over time it's easy to bookmark the same page more than once. Raindrop.io can detect duplicate bookmarks and show them in a single list, so you can clean up your library in seconds.
Duplicate detection is a [premium feature](/premium-features).
## Finding duplicates
Click the **Duplicates** filter in sidebar
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select the **Duplicates** filter from the suggestions list.
Tap on the search field.
Select the **Duplicates** filter from the suggestions list.
The results show **only** duplicate copies — originals are not included. This means you can safely remove everything in the list without losing any bookmark.
## Removing duplicates
Find duplicates using the steps above.
Hover over each item and click the checkbox that appears, or use **Select all**.
Click **Delete** in the toolbar at the top.
Find duplicates using the steps above.
Tap the **Select** button in the top right corner to start selection mode.
Select as many bookmarks as you want.
Tap **Actions** → **Delete**.
Find duplicates using the steps above.
Tap and hold an item to select it, or use **Select all**.
Tap **Delete** in the toolbar at the top.
## How detection works
A bookmark counts as a duplicate only when its URL matches another saved bookmark exactly.
Before comparing, Raindrop.io strips away differences that don't affect the actual page: protocol (`http` vs `https`), `www` prefix, trailing slashes, tracking query parameters (like referral or ad source IDs), and hash fragments.
## FAQ
Yes. Open **All bookmarks** and apply the Duplicates filter — it scans your entire library.
No. The duplicate list only contains extra copies. Originals stay in place.
## Related
Narrow down bookmarks by type, tag, date, and more
Find bookmarks that point to pages that no longer exist
# Embed
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/embed
Add a live Raindrop.io bookmarks widget to any website or blog
You have a collection of bookmarks and want to show it right on your website or blog — without sending visitors somewhere else. An embed places a live, interactive widget on any page. It updates automatically when you add, remove, or reorder bookmarks in Raindrop.io.
You can embed a single collection or your entire profile page that lists all public collections.
## Embedding a collection
The collection must have [Public Page](/public-page) enabled before it can be embedded.
Go to [app.raindrop.io](https://app.raindrop.io/) and open the collection you want to embed.
Click **Share** in the top-right corner and turn on **Public Page** if it's not already enabled.
Switch to the **Embed** tab, copy the code, and paste it into your website's HTML.
Here's how an embedded collection looks:
## Embedding your profile
Your profile page at `username.raindrop.page` lists all public collections in one place. It can also be embedded as a widget.
The profile page only exists when you have at least one public collection.
Open your profile page at `https://your-username.raindrop.page` in a browser. You can find your username in [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account).
Click **Embed** in the top-right corner, copy the code, and paste it into your website's HTML.
Here's how an embedded profile page looks:
## Hiding elements
When generating the embed code, you can type keywords into the **Hide** field (comma-separated) to remove specific parts of the widget:
| Keyword | What it hides |
| --------- | ------------------------ |
| `header` | Top header bar |
| `excerpt` | Description |
| `note` | Note |
| `tags` | Tags |
| `info` | Domain & date |
| `add` | "Add to Raindrop" button |
## Limitations
* The widget appearance cannot be customized with CSS — only the **Hide** field is available for adjustments
## FAQ
Yes. Any changes you make in Raindrop.io appear in the embed automatically.
No. You need to enable [Public Page](/public-page) for the collection before embedding it.
## Related
Share collections via a public link without embedding
Give others edit access to a collection
# Export & backup
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/export
Your data is yours.
You can download everything at any time — the whole account, a single collection, or just a few selected items — and move it to another app, back to your browser, or to a different Raindrop.io account.
Available formats are **HTML**, **CSV**, and **TXT**.
Not sure which format to pick? Choose **HTML** — it produces a Netscape Bookmarks file supported by all browsers and most third-party apps.
## Backing up the whole account
All your bookmarks, collections, tags, highlights, and notes — keep as a safety copy or use to move to another service.
Go to [Settings → Backups](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups).
Click **Create new**.
Wait for an email notification, then download the files from the same page.
*(Optional)* To restore from a backup see [Import](/import).
The backup covers everything except [uploaded files](/files) (PDFs, images, etc.) — those are stored separately and can be downloaded as a ZIP archive, as described below.
[Uploaded files](/files) (PDFs, images, etc.) are not included in the backup. To download them separately:
Open **All bookmarks** in the [web app](https://app.raindrop.io).
Click **Export → ZIP**. The archive will contain all original files across your collections.
## Automatic daily backups
Requires a [Pro subscription](/premium-features).
If you accidentally delete something or want to roll back recent changes, automatic backups have you covered.
With a Pro plan, a backup is created once a day when you make changes.
Up to 30 recent backups are kept in your account at [Settings → Backups](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups) — pick any of them and [restore](/import) to get your data back.
Optionally, backups can also be sent to your cloud storage — enable each provider under **Cloud backup** on the same page.
| Service | Where files are stored |
| ------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Dropbox | `/Apps/Raindrop.io` |
| Google Drive | Root folder (as `Raindrop.io-Export.html` and `Raindrop.io-Export.csv`) |
| Microsoft OneDrive | `/Apps/Raindrop.io` |
## Exporting a collection
If you don't need the whole account, you can export just a collection or a handful of selected bookmarks.
Open the collection you want to export.
Click **Export** and choose a format.
Open the collection you want to export.
Tap **Select** in the toolbar.
Tap **Select all** in the toolbar.
Tap **Actions** → **Share**.
Not available yet.
## Exporting selected bookmarks
Hover over items and click the checkbox to select them.
Click **Export** in the toolbar and choose a format.
Open a collection and tap **Select** in the toolbar.
Tap the bookmarks you want to export.
Tap **Actions** → **Share**.
Not available yet.
## Exporting highlights
Highlights from a single bookmark can be exported as a **text** or **CSV** file.
Open a bookmark → **Highlights** → **Export** icon.
Not available yet.
Not available yet.
## FAQ
**HTML** is the most universal — any browser or bookmark manager can import it. **CSV** is convenient for spreadsheets and data analysis. **TXT** is a plain list of URLs.
Export and backup are available in the web app. Open [app.raindrop.io](https://app.raindrop.io) in a mobile browser to access them.
## Related
Import bookmarks from a file or browser
Move data between accounts or remove your account
# Files
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/files
Upload documents, images, videos, and books to your collections
Not all useful materials exist as web pages — research PDFs, design mockups, receipts, ebooks live as files on your devices.
Upload them to your collections to keep everything in one place, right next to related bookmarks.
They work just like bookmarks: [tag](/tags), [search](/using-search), organize into [collections](/collections), [highlight](/highlights), and share.
## Supported types
| Type | Formats |
| --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ |
| Images | `jpeg`, `gif`, `png`, `webp`, `heic` |
| Videos | `mp4`, `mov`, `wmv`, `webm` |
| Audios | `mp3`, `wav`, `aiff`, `flac` |
| Books | `epub` |
| Documents | `pdf`, `md`, `txt` |
## Uploading files
Click **+** in a collection to open the add menu.
Choose **File** to open the file picker.
Select files on your computer. Chosen files are uploaded into the collection.
**Pro tip:** you can also drag files from your desktop straight into a collection.
Tap **+** in a collection to open the add menu.
Choose **File** or **Media** to open the picker.
Select items on your device. Chosen items are uploaded into the collection.
Tap **+** in a collection to open the add menu.
Choose **Add images** or **Add file** to open the picker.
Select items on your device. Chosen items are uploaded into the collection.
PDF, EPUB, TXT, and Markdown files are automatically indexed after upload — you can [full-text search](/using-search) through their content and read them right inside Raindrop.io with the [built-in reader](/articles).
## Sharing from other apps
On mobile you can send files to Raindrop.io from any app that supports the system share menu. Make sure the [mobile app](/mobile-app) is installed first.
Open a file and tap **Share**.
Choose **Raindrop.io** from the share sheet. If you don't see it, scroll the top row of icons to the right and tap **More** at the end to enable Raindrop.io.
Pick a collection and tap **Save**.
Open a file and tap **Share**.
Choose **Raindrop** from the share list.
Pick a collection and tap **Save**.
## Finding uploaded files
Click a content type filter like **Document**, **Image**, or **Video** in sidebar.
To see only uploaded files (without web bookmarks), type `file:true` in the search field.
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select a content type like **Document**, **Image**, or **Video** from the list.
Tap on the search field.
Select a content type like **Document**, **Image**, or **Video** from the suggestions.
## Downloading files
**Single file** — right-click a file and choose **Download**.
**Multiple files** — select the files, click [**Export**](/export), and choose **ZIP**.
Tap a file to open the preview, then tap **Share** and choose where to save it.
Not available yet.
## Related
Save text selections from PDFs and web pages
Upload quotas and plan comparison
## FAQ
Yes, with a Pro plan. [Full-text search](/using-search) works with text-based PDFs, EPUBs, and plain text files. Scanned documents and photos of pages are not searchable — only PDFs where text was typed or copy-pasted.
New uploads are blocked until the next month. Existing files are not affected.
No. Delete the old file and upload the new version.
Your files stay in your collections. The monthly upload limit drops to the Free plan level.
# Filters
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/filters
Narrow down your bookmarks by tag, type, attributes, and more
As your library grows, you need a quick way to see only what matters right now. Filters narrow your bookmarks to exactly the subset you need — in one click, without any setup upfront.
## Using filters
Filters live in the sidebar and apply across your entire library. Click any filter to apply it — the bookmark list updates instantly.
To filter within a specific collection, open it, click the search field, and select **In current collection** from the dropdown to limit the scope.
Open **All bookmarks** to filter across your whole library, or go to a specific collection to filter within it.
Tap in the top right corner, then **Filter**.
Pick one or more filters from the list.
Open **All bookmarks** to filter across your whole library, or go to a specific collection to filter within it.
Tap the search field.
Pick a filter from the suggestions.
A filter only appears when at least one bookmark matches it — so the list always reflects what's actually in your library. Inside a collection the list narrows further, showing only filters relevant to that collection's content.
## Available filters
### Tags
Your [tags](/tags) show up as filters — each tag you use becomes a clickable filter.
There's also a **Without tags** filter to find bookmarks that have no tags yet.
### Attributes
* **Favorites** — bookmarks you marked as favorite
* **Reminder** — bookmarks with an active [reminder](/reminders)
* **Note** — bookmarks that have a note attached
* **Highlights** — bookmarks with saved [highlights](/highlights)
### Content type
Raindrop.io detects what kind of content each bookmark holds and creates filters automatically —
[Article](/articles),
**Image**,
**Video**,
**Audio**,
**Document**, and
**Book**. No setup needed: save a YouTube link, and the **Video** filter appears on its own.
### Creation date
Narrow bookmarks to a specific month by selecting the date range in the filter list.
### Library health
* **[Broken links](/broken-links)** — bookmarks pointing to pages that may no longer work
* **[Duplicates](/duplicates)** — the same URL saved more than once
Broken links and Duplicates require a [Pro plan](/premium-features).
## Combining and excluding filters
Pick a filter, then open the filter list again to add another one. By default, all selected filters apply together — so picking two tags shows only bookmarks that have both.
Once you have more than one filter selected, a **match:OR** option appears in the list; turn it on to show bookmarks matching **any** of them instead.
To exclude a specific filter, select it first, then add `-` (minus) before it in the search field — for example, `-type:video` hides all videos from the results. You can also type keywords in the search field while filters are active to narrow things down even further.
Every filter is a search operator under the hood — you can type them in the search field directly for extra flexibility, like searching within a specific field, using date ranges, or matching either of two terms.
| Operator | Example | What it does |
| ----------------------- | -------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- |
| `word` | `apple iphone` | Match in title, description, URL, or page content |
| `"phrase"` | `"css grid"` | Exact phrase match |
| `-word` | `-superman` | Exclude results containing this word |
| `#tag` | `#coffee` | Filter by tag (`#"coffee beans"` for multi-word tags) |
| `-#tag` | `-#coffee` | Exclude a tag |
| `match:OR` | `superman batman match:OR` | Match either term instead of both |
| `created:YYYY-MM-DD` | `created:2024-01` | By creation date. Use `<` or `>` for before/after |
| `lastUpdate:YYYY-MM-DD` | `lastUpdate:2024-07-15` | By last update date |
| `title:word` | `title:css` | Search only in title |
| `excerpt:word` | `excerpt:css` | Search only in description |
| `note:word` | `note:css` | Search only in notes |
| `link:word` | `link:github` | Search only in URL |
| `type:X` | `type:article` | By content type (article, image, video, audio, document) |
| `❤️` | | Favorites |
| `file:true` | | Uploaded files |
| `notag:true` | | Bookmarks without tags |
| `reminder:true` | | Bookmarks with a reminder |
| `cache.status:ready` | | Bookmarks with a [web archive](/web-archive) |
## Related
Combine text search with filters for precise results
Label bookmarks with keywords — each tag becomes a filter
## FAQ
Yes. Type in the search field while one or more filters are active. The results show only bookmarks that match both your search query and every selected filter.
A filter only shows up when at least one bookmark matches it. If you don't have any video bookmarks, for example, the **Video** filter won't appear. Inside a collection the list narrows even further. Open **All bookmarks** to see every filter available across your whole library.
# Highlights
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/highlights
Save key passages from web pages, PDFs, and books
Reading online means scanning dozens of pages a day — and losing the important parts just as fast.
Select and save key passages from any web page, PDF, or EPUB to revisit them later without re-reading the whole page.
Color-code your highlights, add annotations, then search or export them across all your bookmarks.
Highlights are free for all users with no limit on pages or highlights. [Annotations](#adding-a-note) (notes on highlights) require a [Pro plan](/premium-features).
## Saving highlights
Select any text and pick a color — the highlight is saved instantly. You can also add an optional note. See how it works on each platform below.
Select text on any web page — click and drag over the passage you want to save.
Choose **Save highlight** from the context menu, or use a keyboard shortcut:
| Browser | Shortcut |
| --------------------- | ----------------------------------- |
| Chrome, Safari | `Ctrl+Shift+S` (Mac: `Cmd+Shift+S`) |
| Edge, Firefox, others | `Alt+X` (Mac: `⌃X`) |
Accept the permission request (first time only). The extension needs **Access data on websites** to show your highlights when you revisit a page. [Why?](#why-does-the-browser-extension-need-extra-permissions)
In Safari on macOS, click **Always Allow on Every Website** when prompted — otherwise highlights won't appear on revisits.
Right-click a bookmark and select **Preview**.
Select text by clicking and dragging over the passage you want to save.
Pick a highlight color from the toolbar that appears, and optionally add an annotation.
To highlight inside the Raindrop.io app:
Tap on any bookmark to open its content.
Select the text you would like to highlight, then tap the color button.
To highlight directly in Safari:
Install the [Raindrop.io mobile app](/mobile-app) if you haven't already.
Enable the Safari extension: go to iOS **Settings** → **Safari** → **Extensions** → **Raindrop.io** and turn it on.
Select the text you would like to highlight, then tap the color button.
Tap on any bookmark to open its content.
Select the text you would like to highlight, then tap the color button.
## Revisiting highlights
Highlights sync across all your devices automatically. With the browser extension, they also appear right on the original page when you revisit it.
With the [browser extension](/install-extension) installed, saved highlights appear directly on the original page when you revisit it.
The extension needs permission to display highlights on pages.
To enable it, right-click the extension icon → **Settings** → **Permissions** and turn on **Highlights**.
In Safari on macOS, click **Always Allow on Every Website** when prompted. [Why is this needed?](#why-does-the-browser-extension-need-extra-permissions)
Right-click a bookmark to open the context menu and select **Preview**.
Click **Highlights** at the bottom of the page. Click any highlight in the list to jump to its position (works in the **Preview** tab).
Tap on any bookmark to open its content
Tap on any bookmark to open its content
## Annotating
Leave a note on any highlight — useful for capturing your thoughts in context.
Tap or click a highlight, then tap the note icon to write your note.
Annotations require a [Pro plan](/premium-features). Highlights themselves are free.
## Editing highlights
Tap or click any saved highlight to open an action toolbar (available on all platforms):
* **Change color** — switch between available highlight colors
* **Add note** — attach an annotation to the highlight
* **Delete** — remove the highlight from the page
## Finding highlighted bookmarks
Click the **Highlights** filter in sidebar.
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select the **Highlights** filter from the list.
Tap on the search field.
Select the **Highlights** filter from the suggestions.
## Related
Highlight text in uploaded PDFs and EPUBs
Find specific highlights across your entire library
Download your highlights as a file
Export highlights to Readwise, Notion, and other apps
## FAQ
Yes. Save a PDF as a bookmark or [upload it as a file](/files), then open it inside Raindrop.io to highlight. EPUBs work the same way — upload to any collection and open. The browser's built-in PDF viewer doesn't support Raindrop.io highlights.
To display your saved highlights when you revisit a page, the extension needs **Access data on websites**. It checks the page URL and loads matching highlights — no tracking or third-party data sharing involved. Many extensions request this permission by default; Raindrop.io asks explicitly.
Yes. Highlights are part of your [backup](/export) data alongside collections, bookmarks, and tags.
Yes. Highlights are stored on Raindrop.io servers and appear everywhere you're signed in.
# Import
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/import
Bring your existing bookmarks from browsers and other apps
Switching to Raindrop.io doesn't mean starting over. Your bookmarks, folders, tags, notes, highlights, and annotations can all come with you.
## Getting export file
First, download an export file from where you currently keep your bookmarks.
### From a browser
Every browser lets you export bookmarks from settings — look for `Export bookmarks` or `Bookmark manager`.
Here are guides for
[Chrome](https://www.wikihow.com/Export-Bookmarks-from-Chrome),
[Safari](https://www.ionos.com/digitalguide/websites/web-development/export-safari-bookmarks/),
[Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/export-firefox-bookmarks-to-backup-or-transfer),
and [Edge](https://www.ionos.com/digitalguide/websites/web-development/export-edge-bookmarks/).
### From another app
Works with most bookmark managers, read-later apps, PKM, and even some note-taking apps. In most cases you just need to find the export option in your current app's settings and upload the file to Raindrop.io.
* **Raindrop.io** — your own [backup](/export)
* **Readwise Reader** — [export](https://read.readwise.io/profile) as CSV
* **Instapaper** — [export](https://www.instapaper.com/user) as CSV
* **Evernote** — [export your notes](https://help.evernote.com/hc/en-us/articles/209005557-Export-notes-and-notebooks) in ENEX format. Select only **Created Date**, **Tags**, and **Source URL** — other fields are ignored. Only web clips (created via Web Clipper) are imported, not regular notes
* **Notion** — [export your entire workspace](https://www.notion.com/help/export-your-content#export-your-entire-workspace), unzip the archive, and find the `My Links.csv` file inside
* **Diigo** — [export](https://www.diigo.com/tools/export) as CSV for the most complete transfer, including tags and annotations
* **Pinboard** — [export](https://pinboard.in/settings/backup) as JSON for the most complete transfer
* **Pinterest** — doesn't offer a built-in export. Use [Pinback](https://pinbackit.github.io/), a free third-party tool that downloads your pins as an importable file
* **Pocket** — export as HTML file
* **GoodLinks** — click File / Export data in menu
* **Anybox** - export as JSON for the most complete transfer
* **Mymind** — [export](https://access.mymind.com/account) and get CSV file
* **Toby** — [export](https://help.gettoby.com/support/solutions/articles/66000508502-how-to-export-your-collections) as JSON file
* **Omnivore** — export as JSON file
* **Listy** — [export](https://listy.is/help/how-to-export-lists/) as JSON or LISTY file
* **Edge Collections** — open the collection, click **… → Copy All**, paste into a `.txt` file
Raindrop.io supports HTML, CSV, JSON, TXT, and ENEX file formats — so if your app can export in any of these, it will work.
If you're having trouble or your app uses a different format, [contact us](mailto:info@raindrop.io) — we'll help you move.
## Importing
Once you have your export file, open the [Import page](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import) and upload it. Raindrop.io will show how many bookmarks, folders, tags, and highlights were found. Review the summary and click **Start import**.
Keep the browser tab open until the upload finishes
Your bookmarks appear in collections that match the original folder structure. Thumbnails, search filters, and [web archive](/web-archive) copies are processed in the background — you'll get an email when everything is ready.
## Next steps
Save bookmarks, highlights, and tabs as you browse
Set up automatic sync with dozens of apps and services
## FAQ
Duplicates are skipped automatically. If the export file contains duplicate URLs, only the first one is imported. If a bookmark already exists in your Raindrop.io account, it's skipped too — the summary before import shows how many duplicates were found.
Existing bookmarks are never overwritten. If you need to update a bookmark, delete it from Raindrop.io first, then re-import.
Imported bookmarks are placed into collections matching the folder structure from the export file. Bookmarks without a folder go to Unsorted.
Compress it into a ZIP archive and upload that instead. Maximum file size is 300 MB.
HTML, CSV, TXT, JSON, and ENEX (Evernote). Most apps export in one of these formats.
Yes. Raindrop.io accepts TXT and CSV.
**TXT** — one URL per line.
**CSV** — comma-delimited with these columns:
* `url` (required), `folder`, `title`, `note`, `tags`, `created` (optional)
* Use `/` for nested folders — e.g. `a/b/c`
* Multiple tags go in quotes — e.g. `"tag1, tag2"`
* `created` accepts a Unix timestamp or ISO 8601 date
```csv theme={null}
folder,url,title,note,tags,created
"Folder",http://google.com,Google,"Note","search, app",1629980125
"Folder/Nested folder",http://yahoo.com,Yahoo,"Note","search, app",1629980125
```
[Validate your CSV](https://csvlint.io/) before uploading.
# Raindrop.io documentation
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/index
Welcome to Raindrop.io! Whether you're just getting started or looking to master advanced features, this documentation will help you get the most out of the app.
[Raindrop.io](https://raindrop.io) is more than a bookmark manager – it's a place to save, organize, and rediscover anything from the web.
With AI-powered search, smart organization, and cross-device access, it fits the way you browse and work.
Learn the basics in a few minutes
Popular guides:
# Browser extension
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/install-extension
The quickest way to save bookmarks, highlights, and tabs
Save anything to Raindrop.io as you browse the web — just click the extension icon or use a keyboard shortcut.
## Installing
Using Arc, Vivaldi, Opera, or Brave? Install the [Chrome extension](https://raindrop.io/r/extension/chrome) — it works in these browsers too.
For iOS and Android, check out the [mobile app](/mobile-app).
## Pinning toolbar icon
After installing, pin the Raindrop.io icon to your browser toolbar so it's always one click away.
Click the puzzle piece (extensions) icon in the toolbar
Find **Raindrop.io** in the list and click the pin button
## Enabling saved page indicator
Enable the saved page indicator to see a small badge on the extension icon whenever you visit a page that's already in your bookmarks.
Right-click the Raindrop.io extension icon and select **Settings**
Turn on **Saved page indicator** in the **Permissions** section
## Next steps
You're all set! Now explore what you can do with the extension:
Save the current page or any link
Select and save text on any page
Save all open browser tabs at once
Ask questions about the web page
## Advanced features
Once you're comfortable with the basics, try these features to get more out of the extension:
Keep the full Raindrop.io app open as a persistent sidebar alongside your current page — browse collections, search, and drag links or images directly into it.
Press `Ctrl+.` (Windows/Linux) or `Cmd+.` (Mac). Or right-click the Raindrop.io toolbar icon and select **Open Sidebar**.
Press `Ctrl+.` (Windows/Linux) or `Cmd+.` (Mac). Or go to **View → Sidebar → Raindrop.io**.
You can also [pin the sidebar button in the toolbar](https://support.mozilla.org/kb/use-firefox-sidebar-access-bookmarks-history-synced) for quicker access.
Sidebar is not supported in Safari and other browsers.
Type `rd` in the address bar, press `Tab`, and search your bookmarks without opening Raindrop.io. See [Search](/using-search) for details.
Not available in Safari and Vivaldi. In Chrome, make sure **Settings → Search engine → Keyboard shortcut** is set to **Space or tab**.
## FAQ
Yes. Right-click the extension icon → **Settings → Appearance → Clipper**, then enable **Save automatically**. New bookmarks are saved to **Unsorted** (or the last used collection) with a single click.
Yes — you can add bookmarks directly in the [Raindrop.io app](/bookmarks) by pasting a URL or using the built-in browser share menu.
Alternatively, you can use a bookmarklet — it opens a small save dialog for the current page, no permissions required, works in any browser.
Create a new bookmark in your browser and name it **Save to Raindrop.io**
Paste the following code as the bookmark URL:
```
javascript:(function(){var rspW=450,rspH=600,rspL=parseInt((screen.width/2)-(rspW/2)),rspT=parseInt((screen.height/2)-(rspH/2));window.open("https://app.raindrop.io/add?link="+encodeURIComponent(window.location.href)+"&title="+encodeURIComponent(document.title),"raindrop-save","width="+rspW+",height="+rspH+",resizable=yes,scrollbars=yes,status=false,location=false,toolbar=false,left="+rspL+",top="+rspT)})()
```
Click the bookmark on any page to save it to Raindrop.io
Only in Safari on iOS and iPadOS. To enable it, install the [Raindrop.io mobile app](/mobile-app) first — the Safari extension is included.
Other mobile browsers (Chrome, Firefox, etc.) don't support extensions. Use the Raindrop.io app with the browser share menu instead.
By default, only minimal permissions — the extension can access the current tab only when you click it. No data is collected or sent in the background.
Additional permissions are requested only if you enable features like the [saved page indicator](#enabling-saved-page-indicator) or [highlights](/highlights), which need the **Access data on websites** permission to check URLs against your bookmarks and display highlights on revisited pages.
Having issues with the extension? Check the [Troubleshooting](/troubleshooting) guide.
# Alfred
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/alfred
[Alfred](https://www.alfredapp.com/) is a productivity launcher for macOS. With this integration you can search and add bookmarks without leaving your desktop.
## Setting up
Community-maintained Alfred workflow on GitHub
# Apple Shortcuts
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/apple-shortcuts
[Apple Shortcuts](https://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts/welcome/ios) is a built-in automation app for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. With this integration you can save and organize bookmarks by voice with Siri, from the home screen, or as part of a multi-step workflow.
## Setting up
Install the Raindrop.io [mobile app](/mobile-app) if you haven't already
Open the **Shortcuts** app
Tap **+** to create a new shortcut
Search for **Raindrop.io** in the actions list
## Available actions
| Action | What it does |
| -------------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| **Save bookmark** | Save a URL to a specific collection |
| **Search bookmarks** | Find bookmarks by keyword |
| **Get bookmark** | Retrieve details of a specific bookmark |
## Example shortcuts
* **Save clipboard link** — save whatever URL is in your clipboard to a chosen collection
* **Save current Safari page** — one-tap shortcut from the home screen or widget
* **Daily reading list** — automatically collect links from a specific source into a collection
# ChatGPT
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/chatgpt
[ChatGPT](https://chatgpt.com/) is an AI assistant by OpenAI. With this integration it can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
We're working on adding Raindrop.io to the ChatGPT Apps catalog for one-click setup. In the meantime, you can connect manually using Developer mode.
Requires ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, or Education plan.
## Connecting
Go to [**Settings → Apps**](https://chatgpt.com/#settings/Connectors)
Enable **Developer mode** in **Advanced settings**
Click **Create App**
Set name to `Raindrop` and paste the MCP server URL:
```
https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp
```
Check **I understand and want to continue**
Click **Create App**
# Claude
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/claude
[Claude](https://claude.ai/) is an AI assistant by Anthropic. With this integration it can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
## Connecting via claude.ai
Requires Claude Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise plan.
Go to [Settings → Connectors](https://claude.ai/customize/connectors)
Click **Add connector** and paste the MCP server URL:
```
https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp
```
Click **Connect** and authorize Raindrop.io in the browser
Click **Configure** next to Raindrop and set **Read-only tools** permission to **Always allow** so Claude doesn't ask for confirmation every time.
## Connecting via Claude Desktop
Requires [Node.js](https://nodejs.org) installed. Add to your `claude_desktop_config.json`:
```json theme={null}
{
"mcpServers": {
"raindrop": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "mcp-remote", "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"]
}
}
}
```
Restart Claude Desktop after saving the file.
## Connecting via Claude Code
Run in terminal:
```bash theme={null}
claude mcp add --transport http raindrop https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp
```
# Coda
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/coda
[Coda](https://coda.io) is a doc-meets-spreadsheet platform. With this integration you can pull bookmarks, collections, and tags into Coda tables, build dashboards, and trigger automated actions.
## Setting up
From the Coda gallery and connect your account
## Screenshots
# Cursor
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/cursor
[Cursor](https://www.cursor.com) is an AI-powered code editor. With this integration it can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
## Connecting
Go to **Settings → MCP → Add new MCP Server**, or add to `.cursor/mcp.json`:
```json theme={null}
{
"mcpServers": {
"raindrop": {
"url": "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"
}
}
}
```
# Dropbox
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/dropbox
[Dropbox](https://www.dropbox.com/) is a cloud storage service. With this integration your bookmarks are automatically backed up to your Dropbox account once a day.
Automatic backups require a [Pro](/premium-features) plan.
## Setting up
Go to [Settings → Backups](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups)
Connect your Dropbox account
Once connected, a backup is created once a day when there are changes.
# Evernote
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/evernote
[Evernote](https://evernote.com/) is a note-taking app with web clipping. With this integration you can import your existing web clips and set up automatic sync so new notes flow between both apps.
## Importing existing web clips
Only notes with a source URL (created via Web Clipper) are imported — regular text notes are skipped.
[Export your notes](https://help.evernote.com/hc/en-us/articles/209005557-Export-notes-and-notebooks) in ENEX format. Select only **Created Date**, **Tags**, and **Source URL** — other fields are ignored
Go to [Settings → Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import)
Upload the ENEX file
Learn more about [importing bookmarks from other apps](/import).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/evernote) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Feedbin
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/feedbin
[Feedbin](https://feedbin.com/) is a fast, simple RSS feed reader. With this integration you can save articles to your bookmarks with one click from the sharing menu.
Go to Feedbin [Share settings](https://feedbin.com/settings/sharing)
Enable **Raindrop.io**
Now when you click share button you can choose Raindrop.io as destination
# Feedly
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/feedly
[Feedly](https://feedly.com/) is an RSS feed reader and news aggregator. With this integration you can save articles with a single click or automatically sync your Read Later list.
## Adding a share button
Go to Feedly [Saving & Sharing settings](https://feedly.com/i/account/saving-sharing)
Add a custom sharing tool with this URL:
```
https://app.raindrop.io/add?link=${url}&title=${title}
```
## Syncing Read Later automatically
You can automatically save your Feedly Read Later items using IFTTT.
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/feedly) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Google Drive
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/google-drive
[Google Drive](https://drive.google.com/) is a cloud storage service. With this integration your bookmarks are automatically backed up to your Google Drive account once a day.
Automatic backups require a [Pro](/premium-features) plan.
## Setting up
Go to [Settings → Backups](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups)
Connect your Google Drive account
Once connected, a backup is created once a day when there are changes.
## Uploading files via IFTTT
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/google_drive) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Google Sheets
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/google-sheets
[Google Sheets](https://sheets.google.com/) is a cloud-based spreadsheet app. With this integration you can automatically sync bookmarks to spreadsheet rows via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/google_sheets) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# IFTTT
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/ifttt
[IFTTT](https://ifttt.com/raindrop) (If This Then That) is a central hub where you wire different apps and services together. You connect your accounts once, pick what should trigger what — and it runs in the background, 24/7, without you lifting a finger.
Many integrations on this site — YouTube, Reddit, Telegram, Notion and others — work through IFTTT. Each one is a ready-made **applet**: a small recipe that says "when X happens in service A, do Y in service B". You just enable it and it works.
## Getting started
[Create a free IFTTT account](https://ifttt.com/join) if you don't have one yet
[Connect your account](https://ifttt.com/raindrop) — IFTTT will ask for permission to read and write your bookmarks
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/raindrop) and enable the ones you need — that's it, they start working immediately
The hardest part is the initial setup. Once your accounts are connected, enabling a new applet takes a single click.
## Building your own workflow
Can't find a ready-made applet that does exactly what you need? You can [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — no code required.
IFTTT has a visual editor where you pick a trigger ("when this happens"), an action ("do that"), and map which fields go where. You can also build **multi-step** workflows that chain several actions together.
Available triggers and actions:
| Triggers (when…) | |
| ------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------- |
| New item | Any new bookmark is added |
| New highlight | Any new highlight is created |
| Item moved to collection | You move an item to a specific collection |
| New item tagged | You tag an item with a specific tag |
| New favorite item | You favorite an item |
| New item by type | An article, image, video, or document is added |
| New broken link | A link becomes broken |
| New permanent copy | A web archive is created for an item |
| New file | You upload a file |
| Actions (then…) | |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| Create a new bookmark | Save a URL with title, tags, and collection |
Set it up once — it runs forever.
# Integrations
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/index
Discover Raindrop.io add-ons or build your own
Raindrop.io works with dozens of apps and services.
Pick what fits your workflow, or [build your own](#build-your-own) with the API.
## Automation
Use one of the glue-apps to connect with 1,000+ other apps.
## AI
Search, read, and organize your saved items through AI assistants.
## RSS readers
Save articles from your favorite RSS reader to Raindrop.io in one click.
## Launchers
Search your bookmarks right from a macOS launcher.
## Two-way sync
Send data to and from other apps — bookmarks, highlights, files, and more.
## Cloud backup
Automatic daily backup of your Raindrop.io data to a cloud storage provider.
## Build your own
If you're a developer and want to build a custom Raindrop.io integration, visit the API docs to get started:
Have questions or want to share what you're building? Drop us a line at [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io).
# Inoreader
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/inoreader
[Inoreader](https://www.inoreader.com/) is an RSS feed reader and content hub. With this integration you can save articles with a single click or automatically sync your starred items.
## Adding a share button
Inoreader has [built-in Raindrop.io integration](https://www.inoreader.com/blog/2025/05/raindrop-io-integration-now-available-in-inoreader.html). Enable it in your Inoreader sharing settings.
## Syncing starred items automatically
You can automatically save your starred Inoreader articles using IFTTT.
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/inoreader) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Instapaper
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/instapaper
[Instapaper](https://www.instapaper.com/) is a read-later app for saving web articles. With this integration you can import your existing items and set up two-way sync so new articles flow between both apps.
## Importing existing items
[Download CSV file](https://www.instapaper.com/user) from Instapaper (CSV preserves the most data)
Go to [Settings → Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import)
Upload the file
Learn more about [importing bookmarks from other apps](/import).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/instapaper) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Make
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/make
[Make](https://www.make.com/en/integrations/raindrop-io) (formerly Integromat) is a no-code automation platform. With this integration you can connect your bookmarks with thousands of other apps and build custom workflows.
## Getting started
Create a free account and start building workflows
# MCP server
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/mcp
The [Model Context Protocol](https://modelcontextprotocol.io) (MCP) server provides a standardized interface that allows any compatible AI model or agent to access your Raindrop.io data in a simple and secure way.
## Server address
Our MCP server uses Streamable HTTP transport with OAuth 2.1 authentication at the following address:
```
https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp
```
On first connection your browser will open to authorize access to your Raindrop.io account.
## Supported clients
claude.ai, Desktop, and Claude Code
Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, Education
GitHub Copilot
AI code editor
AI code editor
Code editor (via mcp-remote bridge)
## Other MCP clients
Hundreds of other tools now support MCP servers. You can configure them to use Raindrop.io MCP server with the following settings:
* **Command:** `npx`
* **Arguments:** `-y mcp-remote https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp`
* **Environment:** None
For cloud-based or other hosted clients not listed on this page, please reach out to [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) so we can enable support.
## Available tools
The server exposes the following tools. Read-only tools only fetch data; the rest modify your library.
### Bookmarks
| Tool | Description | Read-only |
| -------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- | --------- |
| `find_bookmarks` | Find bookmarks with filters and semantic search | Yes |
| `fetch_bookmark_content` | Get full text and metadata of a bookmark | Yes |
| `find_misplaced_bookmarks` | Detect bookmarks that don't fit their collection | Yes |
| `find_mistagged_bookmarks` | Detect bookmarks with unfitting tags | Yes |
| `create_bookmarks` | Save one or many URLs to the library | |
| `update_bookmarks` | Edit title, note, tags, collection and more | |
| `delete_bookmarks` | Move to Trash, or delete permanently if already in Trash | |
### Collections
| Tool | Description | Read-only |
| -------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | --------- |
| `find_collections` | Find collections by name or bookmark count | Yes |
| `create_collections` | Create one or many collections | |
| `update_collections` | Rename, edit description, or move collections | |
| `merge_collections` | Merge source collections into a target | |
| `delete_collections` | Delete collections; their bookmarks go to Trash | |
### Tags
| Tool | Description | Read-only |
| ------------- | ------------------------------------------ | --------- |
| `find_tags` | Find tags by exact name or semantic search | Yes |
| `update_tags` | Rename or merge tags | |
| `delete_tags` | Remove tags from the library | |
### Highlights
| Tool | Description | Read-only |
| ------------------- | ----------------------------------- | --------- |
| `find_highlights` | Find highlights across the library | Yes |
| `create_highlight` | Add a highlight to a bookmark | |
| `update_highlight` | Edit highlight text, note, or color | |
| `delete_highlights` | Delete specific highlights | |
### Account
| Tool | Description | Read-only |
| ------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------- | --------- |
| `fetch_current_user` | Get profile, subscription, and library stats | Yes |
| `fetch_popular_keywords` | Get frequent keywords and domains across bookmarks | Yes |
## FAQ
Run the following in Terminal to clear saved auth info, then try again:
```bash theme={null}
rm -rf ~/.mcp-auth
```
If the issue persists, make sure you have the latest version of [Node.js](https://nodejs.org) installed.
Yes, at the `https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp` endpoint. This is the only supported transport.
Yes. You can pass your [Raindrop.io API](https://developer.raindrop.io) token directly in the `Authorization: Bearer ` header instead of using the interactive OAuth flow.
Try this configuration instead:
```json theme={null}
{
"mcpServers": {
"raindrop": {
"command": "wsl",
"args": ["npx", "-y", "mcp-remote", "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"]
}
}
}
```
# Medium
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/medium
[Medium](https://medium.com/) is a publishing platform for articles and stories. With this integration you can automatically save your Medium bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/medium) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# n8n
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/n8n
[n8n](https://n8n.io) is a self-hostable workflow automation tool. With this integration you can manage bookmarks, collections, and tags through automated workflows.
## Getting started
Setup instructions and available actions
# Notion
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/notion
[Notion](https://www.notion.so/) is an all-in-one workspace for notes, docs, and databases. With this integration you can import your existing web links and set up sync so new bookmarks flow between both apps.
## Importing existing items
[Export your entire Notion workspace](https://www.notion.com/help/export-your-content#export-your-entire-workspace)
Unzip the archive and find the `My Links.csv` file inside
Go to [Settings → Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import)
Upload the file
Learn more about [importing bookmarks from other apps](/import).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/notion_so) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# OneDrive
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/onedrive
[OneDrive](https://onedrive.live.com/) is a cloud storage service by Microsoft. With this integration your bookmarks are automatically backed up to your OneDrive account once a day.
Backups are stored in the `/Apps/Raindrop.io` folder.
Automatic backups require a [Pro](/premium-features) plan.
## Setting up
Go to [Settings → Backups](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups)
Connect your Microsoft OneDrive account
Once connected, a backup is created once a day when there are changes.
# Pinterest
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/pinterest
[Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/) is a visual discovery platform for saving ideas and inspiration. With this integration you can import your existing pins and set up automatic sync so new pins are saved as bookmarks.
## Importing existing pins
Pinterest doesn't have a built-in export. Use [Pinback](https://pinbackit.github.io/), a free third-party tool that downloads your pins as an importable file.
Download your pins with [Pinback](https://pinbackit.github.io/)
Go to [Settings → Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import)
Upload the file
Learn more about [importing bookmarks from other apps](/import).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/pinterest) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Raycast
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/raycast
[Raycast](https://www.raycast.com/) is a fast and extendable launcher for macOS. With this integration you can search your bookmarks without leaving your desktop.
## Setting up
From the Raycast Store
## Screenshots
# Readwise
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/readwise
[Readwise](https://readwise.io) is a tool for revisiting and learning from your highlights. With this integration you can import your Readwise Reader library and sync highlights from your bookmarks directly to Readwise.
## Importing from Readwise Reader
You can transfer your bookmarks and highlights from Readwise Reader to Raindrop.io.
[Export CSV file](https://read.readwise.io/profile) from Readwise Reader
Go to [Settings → Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import)
Upload the file
Learn more about [importing bookmarks from other apps](/import).
## Connecting
Follow the on-screen instructions to link your accounts
## Related
How to highlight text in articles and web pages
# Reddit
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/reddit
[Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/) is a social news and discussion platform. With this integration you can automatically save your Reddit activity as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/reddit) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# RSS
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/rss
RSS is a standard format for subscribing to content updates from websites. With this integration you can automatically save articles from RSS feeds as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt), and subscribe to your collections as RSS feeds.
## Saving RSS feeds
Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
## Subscribing to a collection RSS feed
Every collection has a built-in RSS feed. You can subscribe to it in your favorite RSS reader and get notifications when new items are added.
Open the collection you want to subscribe to
Click the **Share** button
The **Share** button only appears when you are inside a specific collection — it's not visible in "All bookmarks" or other system views.
Copy the RSS feed link
## One-click save from any RSS reader
Many RSS readers let you configure a custom share option. Use this URL to set up one-click save:
```
https://app.raindrop.io/add?link=${url}&title=${title}
```
Replace `${url}` and `${title}` with the appropriate variables as described in your RSS reader's documentation.
# SoundCloud
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/soundcloud
[SoundCloud](https://soundcloud.com/) is an audio streaming platform for music and podcasts. With this integration you can automatically save your liked tracks as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Each track is saved with its title, artist, and thumbnail
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/soundcloud) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Spotify
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/spotify
[Spotify](https://www.spotify.com/) is a music and podcast streaming service. With this integration you can automatically save your favorite tracks as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/spotify) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Telegram
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/telegram
[Telegram](https://telegram.org/) is a cloud-based messaging app. With this integration you can automatically save links and messages as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Message the @IFTTT bot with a keyword like `#save` to create a bookmark
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/telegram) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Trello
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/trello
[Trello](https://trello.com/) is a visual project management tool with boards, lists, and cards. With this integration you can automatically turn bookmarks into Trello cards via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Each saved link becomes a card on your chosen board — useful for tracking resources or planning projects
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/trello) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# Unread
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/unread
[Unread](https://www.goldenhillsoftware.com/unread/) is an RSS reader with beautiful typography for iPhone and iPad. With this integration you can save articles directly to your bookmarks from the article actions menu.
## Setting up
Enable `Raindrop.io` in **Settings → Article Actions**.
# Vimeo
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/vimeo
[Vimeo](https://vimeo.com/) is a video hosting and sharing platform. With this integration you can automatically save your Watch Later videos as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/vimeo) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# VS Code
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/vscode
[VS Code](https://code.visualstudio.com/) is a code editor by Microsoft with built-in GitHub Copilot. With this integration Copilot can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
## Connecting
Add to `.vscode/mcp.json` in your project:
```json theme={null}
{
"servers": {
"raindrop": {
"type": "http",
"url": "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"
}
}
}
```
# Windsurf
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/windsurf
[Windsurf](https://codeium.com/windsurf) is an AI-powered code editor by Codeium. With this integration it can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
## Connecting
Add to `~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json`:
```json theme={null}
{
"mcpServers": {
"raindrop": {
"serverUrl": "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"
}
}
}
```
# X (Twitter)
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/x
[X](https://x.com/) (formerly Twitter) is a social media platform. With this integration you can automatically save liked posts or share new bookmarks on your timeline via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Connecting
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/twitter) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
# YouTube
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/youtube
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/) is a video sharing platform by Google. With this integration you can automatically save liked videos and new subscriptions as bookmarks via [IFTTT](/integrations/ifttt).
## Getting more from saved videos
Every YouTube video you save gets its full transcript extracted automatically and stored in the [web archive](/web-archive). That means you can:
* **Find a video by what was said in it** — type a phrase you remember hearing into search, and the video shows up even if the words aren't in the title
* **Get a summary without watching** — ask [Stella](/stella) for the key points, specific details, or a quick recap of any saved video
Requires a [Pro plan](/premium-features). No setup needed — transcripts are extracted in the background a few minutes after saving.
## Connecting
Every liked video becomes a bookmark you can revisit, tag, and organize
Each new subscription is saved as a bookmark you can revisit, tag, and organize
Browse [ready-made applets](https://ifttt.com/connect/raindrop/youtube) or [create your own](https://ifttt.com/create) — including multi-step workflows. Learn more [how to use applets](/integrations/ifttt)
## Related
Get a summary or key points of any saved video without watching it
Find a saved video by words spoken in it, not just the title
# Zapier
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/zapier
[Zapier](https://zapier.com/apps/raindropio/integrations) is a no-code automation platform. With this integration you can connect your bookmarks with thousands of other apps and build custom workflows.
## Getting started
Create a free account and start building workflows
## Triggers and actions
Each workflow (a **Zap**) starts with a trigger and runs one or more actions. Mix Raindrop with any other app Zapier supports.
| Triggers (when…) | |
| ---------------------------- | -------------------------------- |
| New item | A new bookmark is created |
| New item moved to collection | You move an item to a collection |
| New favorited item | You favorite an item |
| New tagged item | You tag an item |
| Actions (then…) | |
| --------------- | ------------------- |
| Create item | Save a new bookmark |
# Zed
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/integrations/zed
[Zed](https://zed.dev) is a high-performance code editor with built-in AI features. With this integration it can search, read, and organize your bookmarks via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
Zed doesn't support HTTP MCP servers natively yet. Use [mcp-remote](https://www.npmjs.com/package/mcp-remote) as a bridge. Make sure you have [Node.js](https://nodejs.org) installed.
## Connecting
Add to your Zed settings JSON:
```json theme={null}
{
"context_servers": {
"raindrop": {
"command": {
"path": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "mcp-remote", "https://api.raindrop.io/rest/v2/ai/mcp"]
}
}
}
}
```
# Limits
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/limitations
Free vs Pro plan comparison and account limits
Raindrop.io is free to use with no limits on bookmarks, collections, or devices. A Pro subscription unlocks additional storage, features, and tools.
## Comparing plans
| | Free | Pro |
| ---------------------------------------------------- | ---------------- | --------------- |
| Bookmarks | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Collections | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Tags | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Collaborators per collection | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Sync devices | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Highlights | Unlimited\* | Unlimited\* |
| [AI assistant](/stella) messages | — | **Unlimited**\* |
| File uploads | **100 MB**/month | **10 GB**/month |
| Single file size | 100 MB | **300 MB** |
| [Web archive](/web-archive) | — | **Unlimited** |
| [Reminders](/reminders) | — | **Unlimited** |
| [Annotations](/highlights#annotating) | — | **Unlimited** |
| [Full-text search](/using-search) | — | **Yes** |
| [Broken link checker](/broken-links) | — | **Yes** |
| [Duplicate finder](/duplicates) | — | **Yes** |
| [Automatic backups](/export#automatic-daily-backups) | — | **Yes** |
\* Up to 100 highlights per bookmark\
\*\* Fair usage policy applies
Only files you upload manually (PDFs, images, documents, etc.) count toward the limit. Saving bookmarks, web archive copies, and bookmarks to files hosted elsewhere do not use your upload quota.
You won't be able to upload new files until the next billing cycle. Existing files remain accessible.
# Mobile app
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/mobile-app
Access and save your bookmarks on iOS and Android
Save links on the go, manage your library from your phone, and keep everything in sync across devices.
## Installing app
Download the app and log in with your Raindrop.io account.
Requires iOS / iPadOS 17 or higher
Requires Android 7.0 or higher
## Enabling share button
Once enabled, you can save any link or file to Raindrop.io straight from the share menu of any app.
Enable **Share extension** to save links from any app.
Optionally enable **Safari extension** for [highlighting](/highlights) in the Safari, and **"Add to Unsorted"** for one-tap saving.
Tap the **Share** button in Safari or any other app
Swipe the top row (with the colored icons) and tap **More**
Enable **Raindrop.io**
(Optional) Move Raindrop.io to the top of the list, then tap **Done**
Open **Safari** on your iPhone or iPad
Tap the **Extensions** button in the toolbar (puzzle icon next to "AA")
Tap **Manage Extensions** and turn on **Raindrop.io**
Tap the **Share** button in Safari or any other app
Swipe the list down and tap **Edit Actions...**
Find **Add to Unsorted**, tap **+** to enable it
(Optional) Move it to the top of the list, then tap **Done**
No extra setup needed
After installing the app, **Raindrop.io** will appear in the share sheet of any app. If you don't see it right away, scroll through the list — after the first use it moves closer to the top automatically.
## Next steps
You're all set. Here's what you can do from the mobile app:
Talk with your bookmarks
Integrate with other apps
These are just a few examples. The mobile app is a full-featured Raindrop.io client — [tags](/tags), [filters](/filters), [collections](/collections), [search](/using-search), and everything else work the same way as on desktop. Browse the rest of the documentation to learn more.
## FAQ
No. An internet connection is required to sync changes and save new bookmarks.
Yes, as many as you need. Your library syncs automatically across all devices where you're signed in.
Try a full reinstall: go to **Settings → General → iPhone Storage → Raindrop.io → Delete App**, then install the app again from the App Store.
# Subscription
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/premium-features
Upgrade to Pro for full-text search, web archive, AI assistant, and more
You save dozens of links every week — but when you need one, it's buried. Pages disappear, duplicates pile up, and there's no way to search inside saved articles.
The Pro plan gives you the tools to actually use what you save: search through full content, archive pages forever, and let AI help you find and organize everything.
Available as a **monthly** or **yearly** subscription with a \~20% yearly discount. Cancel anytime.
See prices and choose a plan
## What's included in Pro
Ask questions about your saved content, get help organizing, and manage bookmarks hands-free
Search through the entire content of every bookmark, PDF, EPUB, and YouTube transcript
Saved copies of web pages, accessible even if the original is deleted or changed
Set notifications on bookmarks to revisit them later
And more:
* [Broken link checker](/broken-links) and [duplicate finder](/duplicates) — keep your library clean
* [Annotations](/highlights#adding-a-note) — add notes to your highlights
* [File uploads](/files) up to **10 GB/month** (vs 100 MB on Free)
* [Automatic backups](/export#automatic-daily-backups) — scheduled exports of your entire library
See [Limits](/limitations) for a full Free vs Pro comparison.
## Subscribing
You can subscribe on the web, through the App Store, or through Google Play. The feature set is the same regardless of where you purchase.
Go to [raindrop.io/pro/buy](https://raindrop.io/pro/buy)
Choose monthly or yearly and complete the checkout
Payment is processed by **Paddle**. Credit/debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and regional methods (iDEAL, Alipay, etc.) are accepted depending on your location. Raindrop.io does not handle your payment information directly.
Open the Raindrop.io app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac
Go to **Settings** → **PRO Account**
Choose a plan and confirm the purchase
Open the Raindrop.io app on your Android device
Go to **Settings** → **PRO Account**
Choose a plan and confirm the purchase
## Managing your subscription
You can switch between monthly and yearly at any time.
Email [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) with your desired billing cycle (monthly or yearly). Do not cancel the current subscription manually — the team will update it for you.
Go to **Settings** → **PRO Account** in the Raindrop.io app
Tap **Change subscription**
Select the new billing cycle and follow the on-screen instructions
Switching billing cycles directly is not supported on Google Play yet. As a workaround, [cancel your current subscription](#cancelling), wait until it ends and Pro access expires, then subscribe again with the billing cycle you want.
Sorry for the inconvenience — we're working on making this smoother in a future update.
Open [subscription settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/pro)
Click **Change subscription** → **Manage** → **Update payment method**
Add a new payment method and click **Use This** to set it as default
On your iPhone or iPad, go to **Settings** → tap your name → **Payment & Shipping**.
Open Google Play Store → **Menu** → **Payment methods** → **More payment settings**, then edit or add a payment method.
To cancel, stop the subscription from auto-renewing. You keep Pro access until the end of the current billing period.
Log in at [app.raindrop.io](https://app.raindrop.io)
Click your **avatar** → **Settings** → **Subscription**
Click **Change subscription** → **Manage** → **Cancel subscription**
Open your device **Settings** → tap your name → **Subscriptions** → find Raindrop.io and cancel.
Open Google Play Store → **Menu** → **Subscriptions** → find Raindrop.io and cancel.
If you cancel within **30 days** of purchase or renewal, you can request a full refund.
Email [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) with your payment receipt or order reference ID. Refunds arrive in 3–10 business days.
[Contact Apple directly](https://support.apple.com/HT204084) — Apple does not allow developers to process refunds for App Store purchases.
Email [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) with your payment details.
## What happens after downgrading
All your bookmarks, collections, tags, and highlights stay in your account — nothing is deleted.
Pro-only features become unavailable:
* Automatic backups stop
* New file uploads are limited to 100 MB/month
* Web archive copies become inaccessible (permanently deleted after about a month)
* Full-text search stops working
## FAQ
Yes. Raindrop.io is completely free with unlimited bookmarks, collections, and devices. The free plan has no time limit.
Yes. Collaboration works on the free plan.
The yearly plan is \~20% cheaper than paying monthly.
No. You keep Pro access until the end of the current billing period, then return to the free plan automatically.
You'll receive email notifications after each failed attempt. Payments are retried up to 4 times within a week. If all retries fail, your account is downgraded to the free plan.
# Public page
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/public-page
Share your bookmarks and collections with anyone via a public link
You've put together a reading list, a resource collection, or a portfolio in Raindrop.io — and now you want to share it with someone who doesn't have an account.
A public page turns any collection into a read-only webpage with its own link that anyone can open in a browser.
## How it works
* You publish individual collections — each gets its own link like `username.raindrop.page/collection-name`
* Nested collections are included automatically
* Everything you don't publish stays private
* Once you have at least one public collection, your personal page at `username.raindrop.page` becomes accessible — it lists all your public collections in one place
## Publishing
Open the collection you want to share.
Click the **Share** button in the top-right corner.
If the **Share** button is not visible, make sure you are inside a specific collection — sharing is not available from "All bookmarks" or "Unsorted".
Turn on **Public Page** and copy the link.
Open the collection you want to share.
Tap **…** (more) at the top, then select **Share**.
Turn on **Public Page** and copy the link.
Open the collection you want to share.
Tap **…** (more) at the top, then select **Share**.
Turn on **Public Page** and copy the link.
## Unpublishing
To take a collection off the web, go back to **Share** and turn off **Public Page**. The link stops working immediately. If it was your only public collection, your personal page at `username.raindrop.page` becomes inaccessible too.
## Personal page
Your personal page at `username.raindrop.page` is created automatically once you publish at least one collection. It shows all your public collections in one place.
To change the username or avatar displayed on the page, go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account).
## Customizing
You can control the appearance of any public page by appending `/view/` and parameters to the URL:
```
https://exentrich.raindrop.page/design-66/view/theme=dark&sort=-title&page=3
```
| Parameter | Values | Default | Description |
| --------- | ------------------------------------------------- | ------- | ------------------ |
| `sort` | `-created`, `created`, `-title`, `title`, `-sort` | `-sort` | Bookmark order |
| `search` | `#tag`, `apple`, etc. | — | Search query |
| `theme` | `light`, `dark`, `auto` | `light` | Color theme |
| `page` | `0`, `1`, `2`... | `0` | Page number |
| `perpage` | `1`–`50` | `30` | Bookmarks per page |
## FAQ
Yes. Tags assigned to bookmarks in a public collection are visible to anyone viewing the page.
Yes. Public pages are accessible to search engine crawlers and may appear in search results.
No. You publish each collection individually. Nested collections within a published collection are included automatically.
Not at the moment — every public collection appears on your personal page.
No. Anyone with the link can view it. If you need restricted access, use [collaboration](/collaboration) to invite specific people.
Your email must be verified before public pages work. If you haven't confirmed it yet, go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account) to resend the verification link.
## Related
Place bookmarks as a widget directly on your website
Add people to a collection with view or edit access
# Quickstart
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/quickstart
Learn the basics and get comfortable with Raindrop.io in a few minutes.
### Install the browser extension
First things first — [install the browser extension](/install-extension).
It's the fastest way to save anything you find online.
Once installed, pin it to your toolbar so it's always one click away.
### Save your first bookmark
Try it out — click icon on any page to save it. That's it, your first bookmark is in Raindrop.io.
There are many other ways to [add bookmarks](/bookmarks) (including on mobile), you can even [upload your own files](/files).
### Organize
When saving you can pick a [collection](/collections) and add [tags](/tags). Think of collections as folders, and tags as labels like `to-read`, `important`, or `gift`.
**Pro tip**: want to come back to something later? [Set a reminder](/reminders) — we'll notify you when it's time.
### Highlight what matters
You've saved a page, but what about the key parts? Select any text, right-click and choose **Save highlight** — next time you open that bookmark, your highlights are right there, across all your devices.
### Find what you've saved
Access your bookmarks and highlights from anywhere — pick the [web app](https://app.raindrop.io), [desktop app](https://raindrop.io/download), or [mobile app](/mobile-app), whichever suits you best. Everything stays in sync automatically.
### Install the app
Download Raindrop.io for [iOS](https://raindrop.io/r/app/ios) or [Android](https://raindrop.io/r/app/android) and sign in to your account.
### Save your first bookmark
Open any page in your browser or app, tap **Share**, and choose **Raindrop.io** from the list. That's it — your first bookmark is saved.
On Android it works right away.\
On iOS you may need to [enable the share extension](/mobile-app) first.
### Organize
When saving you can pick a [collection](/collections) and add [tags](/tags). Think of collections as folders, and tags as labels like `to-read`, `important`, or `gift`.
**Pro tip**: want to come back to something later? [Set a reminder](/reminders) — we'll notify you when it's time.
### Highlight what matters
Open any saved page in the app and select text to save it as a [highlight](/highlights). Your highlights sync across all your devices automatically.
### Find what you've saved
Head to the Raindrop.io app — everything you've saved through Share is here. Your library also syncs with the [web](https://app.raindrop.io) and [desktop](https://raindrop.io/download) apps automatically.
### Chat with your library
Over time your library becomes your personal knowledge base. [Stella](/stella) lets you chat with it — ask questions, get summaries, find things you vaguely remember, or have it organize your collections for you.
### Next steps
You've got the basics down. Raindrop.io is much more than a bookmark manager — it can become your personal knowledge hub. Here are some things to explore next.
Bring existing bookmarks from your browser or other apps
Add documents, videos, images, and books to your library
Sync with other apps and build powerful automations
Publish collections publicly or invite a team to collaborate
Have questions or need help? Reach out at [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) — we're always happy to help.
# Reminders
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/reminders
Get notified about saved bookmarks at the right time
You save an article to read later, a link to check before a deadline, or a page to revisit after an event — and then forget about it. Reminders bring bookmarks back to your attention at the right time via **push notification** or **email**.
Reminders are a [premium feature](/premium-features).
## Setting a reminder
Right-click a bookmark to open the context menu and select **Edit**.
Click the **Reminder** bell icon and pick a date and time
Click the Raindrop.io extension icon.
Click the **Reminder** bell icon and pick a date and time
Click **Save** for a new bookmark, or just close the extension window
Long-press a bookmark and choose **Edit**.
Tap **Add reminder** and pick a date and time
Tap the icon next to a bookmark to open the edit screen.
Tap **Reminder** and pick a date and time
## Finding bookmarks with active reminders
Click the **Reminder** filter in sidebar.
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select the **Reminder** filter from the list.
Tap on the search field.
Select the **Reminder** filter from the suggestions.
## FAQ
You'll receive a push notification (if the mobile app is installed) or an email at the scheduled time.
Your local timezone. The reminder fires at the date and time you see in the picker.
Not yet. Each reminder is a one-time notification.
## Related
Narrow down bookmarks by type, tag, date, and more
# Security & privacy
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/security
How your data is stored, protected, and kept private
Your bookmarks, files, and personal data are private by default. Raindrop.io runs on a paid subscription model — no ads, no tracking, no selling your data. This page explains what's happening behind the scenes to keep everything safe.
## Data storage
All data is stored in the cloud on **Amazon Web Services (AWS)** servers in **Frankfurt, Germany**. Three copies of your data are kept across distributed data centers in Germany at all times.
AWS provides industry-leading infrastructure security including a dedicated firewall, key-based SSH authentication, and continuous monitoring. The hosting environment is regularly updated and actively checked for potential intrusions.
## Encryption
Every connection to Raindrop.io is encrypted over **HTTPS** with RSA 2048-bit keys. The security configuration supports modern standards including Perfect Forward Secrecy (PFS) and SHA-256 digests, earning a **Qualys SSL rating of "A"**.
## Backups & data recovery
Your data is continuously backed up. In the event of a failure, it can be restored to any point in time within the past year.
On top of that, you can create your own backups at any time — see [Export & backup](/export) for details.
## Access control
* Your collections are **private by default** — no one can see them unless you explicitly [make them public](/public-page) or [share with collaborators](/collaboration)
* Uploaded files require authentication to access. Even if someone gets a direct link, it is temporary and expires after 10 minutes
* [Two-factor authentication](/authentication#two-factor-authentication-2fa) is available for an extra layer of login security
## Privacy & business model
Raindrop.io is an independent, bootstrapped product with over 13 years on the market — no investors, no corporate parent.
Revenue comes entirely from [Pro subscriptions](/premium-features). There is no advertising, no data mining, and no selling of user data — your information is used only to run the service.
Every app — web, desktop, mobile, browser extension — is [open source on GitHub](https://github.com/raindropio). You can inspect exactly what data each app collects and where it goes. No black boxes.
For full legal details, see the [Privacy Policy](/privacy) and [Terms of Service](/terms).
## FAQ
On Amazon Web Services (AWS) servers in Frankfurt, Germany. Three copies are maintained across distributed data centers.
All connections between you and Raindrop.io are encrypted over HTTPS with RSA 2048-bit keys, Perfect Forward Secrecy, and SHA-256 digests.
No. File access requires authentication, and direct links are temporary — they expire after 10 minutes. Collections are private unless you explicitly share them.
No. Revenue comes from Pro subscriptions. There is no advertising or data selling. All apps are open source — you can verify this yourself by reviewing the code on [GitHub](https://github.com/raindropio).
Data is backed up continuously and can be restored to any point within the past year. Three copies are always maintained across multiple data centers.
You can [delete your account](/transfer) at any time. You can also email [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io) to request data deletion.
## Related
Manage sign-in methods, passwords, and 2FA
Download your data or set up automatic backups
Move data between accounts or remove your account
# Keyboard shortcuts
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/shortcuts
## Browser extension
### Default shortcuts
| Command | macOS | Windows / Linux |
| ------------------------- | ----- | --------------- |
| Save bookmark / highlight | `⌘⇧S` | `Ctrl+Shift+S` |
| Open sidebar | `⌘.` | `Ctrl+.` |
| Command | macOS | Windows / Linux |
| ------------------------- | ----- | --------------- |
| Save bookmark / highlight | `⌃X` | `Alt+X` |
| Open sidebar | `⌘.` | `Ctrl+.` |
| Command | macOS | Windows / Linux |
| ------------------------- | ----- | --------------- |
| Save bookmark / highlight | `⌃X` | `Alt+X` |
| Open sidebar | `⌘.` | `Ctrl+.` |
| Command | macOS |
| ------------------------- | ----- |
| Save bookmark / highlight | `⌘⇧S` |
### Changing shortcuts
Paste `chrome://extensions/shortcuts` into the address bar and press Enter
Find **Raindrop.io** in the list and click the pencil icon next to the shortcut you want to change
Press your new key combination
Follow the official guide: [Manage extension shortcuts in Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/manage-extension-shortcuts-firefox)
Custom shortcuts are not supported in Safari.
## FAQ
Another extension or the browser itself may be using the same key combination. Try [changing the shortcut](#changing-shortcuts) to a different one, or check [Troubleshooting](/troubleshooting) for more help.
# Stella AI
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/stella
Chat with your bookmarks, organize library, and more
Over time your library becomes your personal knowledge base. **Stella** lets you chat with it — ask questions, get summaries, find things you vaguely remember, or have it organize your collections for you.
Stella is in beta and available for [Pro](/premium-features) users. Your data stays on Raindrop.io's own servers — never shared with third parties or used for training. [More on privacy](#faq)
## Starting a chat
Click the **Ask** button in the top right corner of the app and type what you need.
To ask about a specific bookmark:
* **Right-click** any bookmark and select Ask
* Open a bookmark and switch to the Ask tab
When saving or editing a bookmark in the extension, click the button — it opens a chat about that web page.
* Tap the button in the bottom left corner of the app.
* To ask about a specific bookmark, open it and tap at the bottom.
* Tap the button in the top right corner of the app.
* To ask about a specific bookmark, open it and tap at the bottom.
## Asking Stella
Just describe the end result in your language — even if it takes several steps, like `find everything about Japan and move it to Travel`. No need to remember exact names or where you saved things. Every answer links to the source, and any big changes need your confirmation first.
### Find
Stella understands meaning, not just keywords. Describe what you're looking for however you remember it.
```
that article about morning routines I saved last spring
```
```
the Italian recipe with the weird ingredient
```
```
travel recommendations for Tokyo from that blogger
```
```
Which bookmarks mention "machine learning" but aren't too technical?
```
```
Find articles similar to this one
```
### Summarize
Get the gist of an article, compare sources, or decide if something is worth reading. Works with YouTube videos too — Stella reads the full transcript, so you can get the key points without watching.
```
Summarize this article in 3 bullet points
```
```
What are the key takeaways from this video?
```
```
Explain this in simple terms
```
```
What do my bookmarks say about productivity?
```
```
Compare these two articles
```
```
What questions does this article answer?
```
```
Is this worth reading if I'm interested in [topic]?
```
### Organize
Sort, tag, clean up duplicates, and reorganize. Stella suggests changes — you review and approve before anything is applied.
```
Organize my Unsorted bookmarks into collections
```
```
Suggest a better structure for my library
```
```
Find articles about Formula 1 and tag them by team
```
```
Find everything about Japan and move it to Travel
```
```
Clean up my tags — merge duplicates like "recipe" and "recipes"
```
```
Find broken links
```
```
Show duplicate bookmarks
```
### Rediscover
Surface patterns, forgotten bookmarks, and insights from what you've collected over time.
```
What topics do I save the most?
```
```
What have I been saving lately?
```
```
Create a reading list from my design bookmarks
```
```
Show my highlights about productivity
```
### Get help
Have a question about Raindrop.io features, plans, or setup? Ask Stella directly.
```
How do I share a collection publicly?
```
```
Where can I change keyboard shortcuts?
```
```
How do I set up the browser extension?
```
## Reopening chats
All conversations are saved automatically. Click the chat name (or New chat) in the top left corner to see the list of previous chats and continue any of them.
## Limitations
* New bookmarks need a few minutes to be indexed before Stella can find them
* Responses are usually accurate but not guaranteed — verify anything critical
## FAQ
Yes. Raindrop.io uses an open-source LLM hosted on its own infrastructure — your data never leaves the servers and is never used for training. All communication is encrypted with TLS 1.2+.
Stella only activates when you open a chat and ask a question — it doesn't run in the background. To hide the button, go to [Settings → App](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/app).
No hard caps on messages. A temporary cooldown may apply during heavy use. All chats are saved, but only the 100 most recent are displayed for now.
Stella supports many languages: Arabic, Catalan, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. Just write in your language, no settings needed.
Yes. Stella reads the full transcript of a YouTube video, so you can ask for a summary, key takeaways, or specific details — without watching the whole thing. Just save the video and ask about it like any other bookmark.
No. But you can get all of Stella's capabilities inside ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI assistants via [MCP](/integrations/mcp).
## Related
Use your library in ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI tools
# Tabs
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/tabs
Save all open browser tabs to a collection in one click
Too many open tabs piling up? Save them all as bookmarks and come back to them when you're ready.
Each saved session is automatically tagged with today's date, so you can tell one apart from another.
## Saving tabs
Right-click the Raindrop.io extension icon and choose **Save tabs**.
Make sure you have the [browser extension](/install-extension) installed.
Pick a collection or leave the default, then click **Save tabs**.
Install the [Raindrop.io mobile app](/mobile-app) if you haven't already.
Enable the Safari extension: go to iOS **Settings** → **Safari** → **Extensions** → **Raindrop.io** and turn it on.
In Safari, tap the **puzzle** icon in the address bar, then tap **Raindrop.io**.
Tap **Tabs**. Pick a collection or leave the default, then tap **Save tabs**.
Not available. Chrome on Android doesn't support extensions, which are required for this feature.
## Reopening saved tabs
You can open all bookmarks in a collection at once, or select specific ones.
**Open entire collection:**\
Right-click a collection in the sidebar and choose **Open all bookmarks**.
**Open specific bookmarks:**
Hover over a bookmark and click the tick mark in the top-left corner. Repeat for each bookmark you want to open.
Click **Open** in the toolbar that appears at the top.
Opening all bookmarks at once is not yet supported. Saved tabs are regular bookmarks — you can open them one by one from the collection.
Opening all bookmarks at once is not yet supported. Saved tabs are regular bookmarks — you can open them one by one from the collection.
## FAQ
By default all tabs in the current window are included. To exclude a tab, hover over it in the list and click the **trash** icon.
A new set of bookmarks is created each time. You can use the [duplicates](/duplicates) tool to find and merge them.
# Tags
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/tags
Classify bookmarks with keywords
A bookmark lives in one collection, but tags let you label it with multiple keywords — `to-read`, `important`, `Q2` — so you can find it from different angles later. Any characters, any language, spaces included.
## Adding tags
You can add tags when you [save a bookmark](/bookmarks) or at any time later by editing it. Type tags separated by commas in the **Tags** field.
Right-click a bookmark to open the context menu and select **Edit**.
Find the **Tags** field and type your tags.
*Optionally*, pick from ✦ AI suggested tags based on the page content.
Click the Raindrop.io extension icon.
Type tags in the **Tags** field.
*Optionally*, pick from ✦ AI suggested tags based on the page content.
Long-press a bookmark and choose **Edit**.
Tap the **Tags** field and type your tags.
Tap the icon next to a bookmark to open the edit screen.
Tap the **Tags** field and type your tags.
Select items by hovering over them and clicking the checkbox that appears.
Click **Add tags** in the toolbar at the top, or **More…** → **Delete tags** to remove.
Tap the **Select** button in the top right corner to start selection mode.
Select as many bookmarks as you want.
Tap **Add tags** or **Remove tags**.
Long-press an item to enter selection mode. Tap more items to add them.
Tap **⋮** → **Add tags** or **Remove tags**.
## Managing tags
Rename or delete a tag itself — the change applies to every bookmark that uses it.
**Pro tip**: need to tag, rename, or merge tags across your library? Ask [Stella](/stella) — just describe what you need in plain language.
Right-click any tag in the sidebar and choose **Rename tag** or **Delete tag**.
On the main screen, scroll to the tag list at the bottom. Swipe a tag to the left — tap **Rename** or **Delete**.
On the main screen, scroll to the tag list at the bottom. Swipe a tag to the left — tap **Rename** or **Delete**.
## Finding tagged bookmarks
Each tag appears as a clickable [filter](/filters) — select it to see all bookmarks with that tag. There's also a **Without tags** filter to find bookmarks that have no tags yet.
Click any tag in the sidebar filter list.
Tap in top right corner and then **Filter**.
Select a tag from the list.
Tap on the search field.
Select a tag from the suggestions.
## Related
Narrow down bookmarks by type, tag, date, and more
# Transfer or delete
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/transfer
Move data between accounts, reset, or remove your account
Sometimes you need to move your data to a different account, start over, or leave entirely. All these actions are available in [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account).
## Transferring data between accounts
To move all bookmarks, collections, tags, highlights, and notes from one account to another:
Log in to the source account and go to [Backup settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups)
Create a new backup and wait for an email notification
Download the **HTML** file from the [Backups page](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/backups)
Log out and sign in to the destination account
Go to [Import](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/import), upload the file, and click **Start import**
After import, thumbnails and metadata will be downloaded by the server within a few hours.
## Resetting your account
To start fresh without creating a new account — remove all bookmarks and collections while keeping your profile and settings.
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account)
Click **Remove all my bookmarks and collections**
Confirm the removal
Deleted bookmarks can be restored from [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go).
## Removing your account
Deleting your account permanently removes all data — bookmarks, collections, files, tags, highlights, and notes. This action cannot be undone.
Go to [Account Settings](https://app.raindrop.io/settings/account)
Click **Remove account**
Confirm the removal
If you have an active Pro subscription, [cancel it](/premium-features) before removing your account.
## FAQ
Yes. Collections, nested collections, tags, highlights, and notes are all included in the backup file.
All your data, including shared collections, will be permanently removed. Collaborators will lose access.
No. Once confirmed, the account and all associated data are permanently deleted.
## Related
Download a backup of your data
Import bookmarks from a file or browser
# Troubleshooting
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/troubleshooting/index
Something not working as expected?
Login fails, keeps logging out, or password doesn't work
Empty account, missing bookmarks, or sync not working
Safari keeps requesting access to websites every time
Browser blocks opening several tabs at once
Share extension crashes and other iOS issues
Desktop app not working or showing stale data
Can't find your issue? Contact us at [info@raindrop.io](mailto:info@raindrop.io).
# Search
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/using-search
By keyword, content, or meaning
Search for [bookmarks](/bookmarks), [collections](/collections), [tags](/tags), [highlights](/highlights), and annotations — all from one search field.
## How to search
Click the search field at the top of the page and start typing.
**Pro tip**: To search within a specific collection, open it first, then click the search field and select **In current collection** from the dropdown.
Tap the search field at the top of the screen and type your query.
**Pro tip**: To search within a specific collection, open it first, then tap the search field.
Tap the button at the top of the screen and type your query.
**Pro tip**: To search within a specific collection, open it first, then tap the search field.
Results are grouped by type so you can jump to the right one.
For bookmarks, results match against title, description, URL, tags, and notes.
Need to narrow things down? Use [filters](/filters) to refine your results by attributes, date, and more.
## Searching inside content
Search doesn't stop at titles, tags, and notes — it also looks inside the content you saved. Type a phrase you remember reading, and you'll find the bookmark even if those words never appear in the title.
* **Saved web pages** — the full text of the [web archive](/web-archive) copy
* **PDF & EPUB files** — every page of the document
* **YouTube videos** — spoken words from the video transcript
Searching inside web pages, PDF and EPUB files, and YouTube transcripts requires a [Pro plan](/premium-features).
## Matching by meaning
You don't need the exact words. Search also matches by meaning, so a query like `morning routine` can surface a bookmark titled `how I start my day` — even with no shared words.
For anything trickier, ask [Stella](/stella) — the built-in AI assistant. Open a chat and describe what you're looking for in your own words — `that article about morning routines`, `the Italian recipe with the weird ingredient`, `travel tips for Tokyo from that blogger`.
## Searching from the browser address bar
You don't even need to open Raindrop.io — search straight from your browser's address bar without leaving the page you're on. Enter `rd` in the address bar, press **Tab**, and type your query.
Available in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge with installed [Raindrop.io extension](/install-extension)
## Limitations
* New bookmarks need a few minutes before page content is indexed
* Text inside images is not searchable (no OCR)
## Related
Narrow results by type, tag, date, and operators
Describe what you're looking for in plain language
## FAQ
Yes. Type in the search field while one or more [filters](/filters) are active. The results will match both your search query and every selected filter.
* **Saved it just now?** Title, description, and URL are searchable right away, but page content needs a few minutes to index.
* **Deleted it?** Bookmarks in [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go) don't appear in search results. Restore the bookmark first.
* **Try asking [Stella](/stella)** — describe what you're looking for in your own words, it's often the fastest way.
* **Can't find text from the page?** Make sure the bookmark has a [web archive](/web-archive) copy — it's required for page content search.
Wrap it in quotes: `"css grid"`. You can also exclude words with a minus sign: `-superman`. See [all available operators](/filters#need-more-precise-filtering) in the Filters article.
Yes. Select **In title/description** from the search field suggestions, or type `info:` before your query.
# Web archive
Source: https://help.raindrop.io/web-archive
Automatic saved copies of every web page in your collections
Previously called **Permanent copy**. Web pages change and disappear. A web archive is a copy of a page saved in your Raindrop.io cloud storage at the moment you bookmarked it. If the original goes down or changes, your copy stays the same.
* **Automatic** — every bookmark is archived in the background, nothing to set up
* **Private** — archived copies are only visible to you
Requires a [Pro plan](/premium-features). Storage is unlimited. When the subscription expires, archived copies become inaccessible and are permanently deleted after about a month. Your bookmarks are not affected.
## What gets archived
Each copy saves the full page content — text, images, and formatting — but strips out ads and tracking scripts. Video, audio, and iframes inside a page are not captured. PDFs and EPUBs are archived as-is. For YouTube videos, the full transcript is extracted and saved.
The archive is more than a backup: everything in it can be [searched](/using-search) and [Stella](/stella) relies on it to answer questions — whether it's an article, a PDF, an EPUB, or words spoken in a Youtube video.
## Saving
Every time you save a bookmark, the page is archived in the background in your Raindrop.io cloud storage. There is nothing to configure or trigger manually.
New bookmarks are archived within a few minutes. When you first upgrade to Pro, existing bookmarks are queued and processed in bulk (roughly 1,000 every 30 minutes).
If archiving seems stuck, [contact us](mailto:info@raindrop.io).
## Opening
Right-click a bookmark to open the context menu.
Click **Open web archive**. The archived copy opens in a new tab.
*Optionally* click **Download** to save the copy to your device.
Long-press a bookmark to open the action menu.
Tap **Open web archive**. The archived copy opens in the browser.
Tap **···** next to a bookmark to open the action menu.
Tap **Open web archive**. The archived copy opens in the browser.
## Limitations
* Pages behind a login or not publicly accessible can't be archived
* Files larger than 70 MB are skipped
* Pages with scroll-based animations may render incorrectly
* Some sites block automated access and can't be archived
* Bookmarks in [Trash](/bookmarks#where-deleted-bookmarks-go) are not archived
## FAQ
No. Archive as many bookmarks as you want with no cap on total size. The only per-item limit is 70 MB.
No. Archive links are private and can't be made public. You can download a copy to your device and share it manually.
Open [this filtered view](https://app.raindrop.io/my/0/cache.status%3Aready/) to list every bookmark with a ready archive.
Open [this filtered view](https://app.raindrop.io/my/0/cache.status%3Ainvalid-origin%20cache.status%3Afailed%20match%3AOR/) to see bookmarks where archiving failed. Failed pages are retried automatically. If a bookmark stays marked as failed, [let us know](mailto:info@raindrop.io) with the original link.
The archived copy is deleted with the bookmark. If you downgrade from Pro, copies are kept for about a month and then removed.
There is no manual re-archive button. Delete the bookmark and save it again — a new archive is created automatically.