How to Access Apple Notes on Windows: 3 Best Ways

Are you an Apple user but have to switch to Windows for work? Are you looking for a way to access your Apple Notes without manually copying and pasting them? Fortunately, there are several ways to get to Apple Notes on a Windows computer. In this article, we will guide you on how to access Apple Notes on Windows so that you can stay organized and productive no matter what device you’re using.

Access Apple Notes on Windows

Now, you may be wondering why you would want to access Apple Notes on Windows. The answer is simple – it’s all about convenience. If you’re someone who uses both Windows and Apple devices, having access to your notes across all your devices can be incredibly useful.

Whether you’re at work on your PC or on the go with your iPhone or iPad, you can easily access your notes without having to switch devices. It’s a great way to stay organized and keep your notes synced up. With this understanding, let’s begin with the article.

1. Notes Web App

Accessing Apple Notes on Windows is quite straightforward. In fact, this is one of the easiest and most common ways to access Apple Notes on Windows. Follow the below steps.

Note: You can’t view or edit any notes present within the Notes app’s ‘On My iPhone’ folder. If you still want to access them, you must move the notes to a folder in the iCloud section of the Notes app.

Step 1: Go to iCloud, log in with your Apple ID credentials, and sign in to your account.

Go to iCloud
Apple ID credentials

Step 2: You will get a pop-up on your other Apple device (iPhone, Mac, or iPad) that says, ‘Your Apple ID is being used to sign into a new device’ click Allow.

click Allow

Step 3: Once you do, you will get a verification code that you will need to enter into your Windows PC, where you want to access Apple Notes.

get a verification code

Step 4: On the next screen, you will be asked if you ‘Trust this browser?’ click Trust.

click Trust

Step 5: You will land on your iCloud account. From here, click on Notes.

click on Notes

That’s about it. You have access to your Apple Notes. You can read your notes, edit them, create new notes, and add or rename folders. Additionally, you can also share notes with others; any changes you make will sync to your iPhone via iCloud. However, the Notes web app does not allow you to archive or lock notes.

If, for some reason, you are unable to see your notes, go to your iPhone’s settings > choose Apple ID > tap on iCloud > toggle on the switch next to Notes. If you use Apple Notes on a daily basis, you may want to create a shortcut for it. Jump to the next method.

2. Create a Progressive Web App (PWA) For Apple Notes

You plan to make the experience of opening and using the Notes web app much more convenient by forcing it to work as a PWA (Progressive Web App). You can execute this method using Google Chrome, Safari, or Microsoft Edge web browser.

Note: For demonstration, we will execute the steps on Google Chrome.

Step 1: Go to iCloud and log in with your Apple ID credentials and sign in to your account.

Go to iCloud
Apple ID credentials

Step 2: You will get a pop-up on your other Apple device (iPhone, Mac, or iPad) that says, ‘Your Apple ID is being used to sign into a new device’ Click Allow.

click Allow

Step 3: Once you do, you will get a verification code that you will need to enter into your Windows PC, where you want to access Apple Notes.

get a verification code

Step 4: On the next screen, you will be asked if you ‘Trust this browser?’ click Trust.

click Trust

Step 5: You will land on your iCloud account. From here, click on Notes.

click on Notes

Step 6: After the Notes web app finishes loading, click on the three-dot Chrome menu at the top right corner.

click on the three-dot Chrome menu

Step 7: From the drop-down, click on More Tools, and choose Create Shortcut.

choose Create Shortcut

Step 8: In the Create shortcut? prompt, name the web app, check the box next to ‘Open as Window,’ then click Create.

click Create

There you go. When you open the Apple Notes shortcut web app, it will open in a dedicated Chrome or Edge window without the address bar and offer a very app-like experience. You can view, add, edit, or share notes without issues. If you have inconvenience using the above methods, may the next method will help.

3. Sync Apple Notes to Gmail

If you have a Google account added to your iPhone, syncing the Apple Notes app on Gmail is possible; in fact, the process becomes so seamless that you will barely see any lag or difference. However, the catch is that only new notes you create within the Gmail folder on your iPhone’s Notes app will sync, not your old notes or the notes in other folders. That said, follow the below-mentioned steps.

Step 1: Go to the Settings app on your iPhone and scroll down and tap on Notes.

Step 2: Under Notes, tap on Accounts and on the next screen, tap on the Gmail account you want to sync your notes to.

Note: If you don’t see Gmail listed, tap the Add Accounts option and add a Google Account to your iPhone.

Step 3: Under Gmail account settings, toggle on the button next to Notes.

toggle on the button next to Notes

Once you do the above steps, you will see a separate Notes folder under the Gmail header in the Notes app. And any note that you create within it is accessible via the Gmail web app on your PC. Continue the below steps.

Step 4: Go to Gmail from your preferred browser on your Windows or Mac computer.

Step 5: Under Label, select Notes to view your synced Apple Notes.

Do note Gmail does not allow you to edit these notes through its web app. You can only do that on your iPhone; check out our detailed guide on how to view iPhone notes in Gmail.

If you have any queries we didn’t add to this article, check out the FAQ section below.

FAQs on Accessing iPhone Notes on Windows

1. Can you install Apple Notes on Windows?

Apple Notes is not officially available for Windows as it is a native app of the Apple ecosystem. However, there are different ways mentioned in this article with which you can access Apple Notes on Windows.

2. Can you save Apple Notes as PDF?

Yes, you can save Apple Notes as PDF on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. We have a detailed guide on the same, check it out.

3. Where are Notes stored on iPhone file system?

The Notes app on the iPhone stores the notes in a database file stored locally. The exact location of the file may vary depending on the version of iOS and the device you are using. However, the Notes data is generally stored in the “Notes” folder of the device’s internal storage.

Access Your Notes Anywhere

With the step-by-step guide above, you can easily set up and access your Apple Notes on your Windows PC without hassle. So, whether you are a student, a professional, or someone who likes to stay organized, try and see how easy it is to access your notes on Windows. You may also want to read how to transfer iPhone Notes to Google Keep.

Last updated on 28 April, 2023

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