How to Archive Evernote Notes Effectively and Declutter Your Notebooks

Still using Evernote? Excellent choice. Despite recent challenges, including a rocky year for the company, many dedicated users remain loyal. While some have migrated to OneNote—How to migrate from Evernote to OneNote, and why you should—it's not ideal for everyone. Check out our in-depth comparison: Evernote vs. OneNote: Which Note-Taking App Is Right For You?

One key frustration for Evernote users is the lack of a native archiving feature, even on premium plans. As someone who's managed thousands of notes over years of heavy use, I know how clutter builds up. Fortunately, proven workarounds exist to tuck away old notes without losing access.

Native Evernote Workarounds

Start with these built-in options directly in the app:

• Tags: Create a "Archive" tag and apply it to old notes. Exclude them in searches using -tag:Archive. Simple and searchable.
• Prefixes: Add an "X_" prefix to notebook or stack names. This pushes them to the bottom of lists, keeping your active workspace clean.

Automate Archiving with IFTTT

For a seamless solution, leverage Evernote's IFTTT integration. IFTTT (If This Then That) is a powerful free automation tool that connects apps via simple triggers and actions.

Search for the applet: Archive notes to Google Drive when you tag them with a specific tag.

Tag notes for archiving, and they'll auto-save as Google Docs. Once confirmed, safely delete from Evernote—your backups are secure.

What IFTTT recipes do you use with Evernote? Share in the comments.