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Sync and back up your notes

Syncing and backing up your data are two very different processes that if confused can lead to data loss. Check this article for more of an explanation: what is the difference and consequences of Sync and Back up?

What is backing up?

What is syncing?

Backing up copies data for storage purposes. In Nebo, the backup is stored as a .nebobackup file, which can only be changed by actively modifying or deleting it. 
Syncing ensures that changes made to data in one location are reflected across all devices where that data is accessible. Auto-sync is enabled by default, but you can switch it off in Settings. Auto-sync doesn't back up your content, so use the separate Back Up option in Settings for that purpose.
Store the backup files locally, externally, on a cloud service, or share. For enhanced security we recommend storing your backup file in more than one location.
Synchronizing your device with a cloud service, enables you to keep a copy of your notes or share and access them in Nebo across Apple, Android and Windows devices.



How do I sync with iCloud?


How do I sync with Dropbox?


How do I sync with Google? 

Can I sync with other cloud services? 


How can I back up my notes? 

  • Auto-sync is enabled by default but can be switched off in Settings. Auto-sync doesn't back up your content, so use the separate Back Up option in Settings if needed. Syncing may take a few seconds for all notes to update across devices.
  • Syncing is not included in the free version of Nebo for iOS or Android; upgrading to the full version via an in-app purchase is required for access to syncing features. Never delete Nebo without first backing up or syncing your notes to prevent data loss.

Syncing Nebo across different devices:

  1. Syncing within the same brand OS:
    • iOS/Mac: If Nebo was purchased on an iPad, you can restore the purchase for free on any compatible Mac or iPhone using the same Apple ID.
    • Android: If purchased on an Android device, restore the purchase on any compatible Android tablet or smartphone using the same Google Play ID.
    • Windows: If bought on a Windows device, you can restore the purchase on other compatible Windows PCs or tablets using the same Microsoft Store ID.

For more details, refer here: Restoring your Nebo purchase.

  1. Syncing between different OS platforms:
    • Nebo must be purchased separately for each OS (Apple, Google, Microsoft). Purchases on one platform do not transfer to another due to different licensing systems.

For more details, refer here: Purchasing Nebo for different operating systems.

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