If you’re unable to create new notes in Evernote, this may be due to account limitations based on your subscription level. Below is a guide to help you resolve the issue:
Free Users
Free accounts have the following restrictions:
- 50-note limit: You can only create up to 50 notes in total.
- 1 notebook limit: Only one notebook is allowed per Free account.
If you’ve reached either of these limits, you won’t be able to create new notes unless you delete existing ones or upgrade to a paid plan. To learn more about this limitation, check out this article.
Starter Users
Starter accounts have the following restrictions:
- 1,000-note limit: You can only create up to 1,000 notes in total.
- 20 notebook limit: Only 20 notebooks are allowed per Starter account.
If you’ve reached either of these limits, you won’t be able to create new notes unless you delete existing ones or upgrade to Advanced. To learn more about this limitation, check out this article.
What to Do if You Can’t Create New Notes:
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Empty the Trash: Notes in the Trash count toward your note limit.
- Go to the Trash folder in your Evernote app
- Permanently delete notes to free up space
Can't find the trash? Visit this article.
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Check the Notebook Limit: Ensure you have not exceeded the notebook limit.
- If you have too many notebooks, you can merge them by moving your notes, then delete the extras.
Users on the Advanced plan have significantly higher limits: 150,000 notes maximum.
If you're a paid user experiencing issues:
- Verify Your Total Note Count: Check the number of notes in your account to confirm if you’ve reached the limit
- Free Up Space: Delete unused notes and empty the Trash.
FAQ
- Why is a "Limit Reached" Pop-Up Appearing?
When you approach or exceed your account limits, Evernote displays a notification. This reminds you to either free up space or consider upgrading your subscription for additional capacity.
- How Can I Upgrade My Account from the Free Plan?
Upgrading to a paid plan unlocks more features and gives you higher limits. To upgrade:
- Go to your Account settings and navigate to the Billing page.
- Choose a subscription plan that suits your needs.
For more information on how to do so, visit this article.
- What Happens to Shared Notes?
Even if you’re at your note limit, you can still receive shared notes, but you won’t be able to move them to your primary notebook unless space is available.
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