When managing your devices on Evernote, you might need to disconnect a device to stay within the limits of your plan or maintain security. This can be done through revoking access or unsyncing. Here's a clear breakdown of each method and when to use them:
Revoking a Device
Revoking disconnects a device from your Evernote account completely. It is unlimited and can be done anytime, even on the Free plan. This method is ideal for situations like lost devices or transitioning to new ones.
Steps to Revoke Access:
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From Desktop/Web:
- Go to your Account Settings
- Navigate to the Devices section
- Select Revoke next to the device you want to remove
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From Mobile (iOS, including iPad and iPod touch/Android):
- Tap your profile image in the upper-left corner
- Tap your name to access account details
- Select Devices > Disconnect selected device
Unsyncing a Device
Unsyncing is specific to Free plan users who are limited to one connected device at a time. If you attempt to use a second device, a pop-up reading "LIMIT REACHED Upgrade to continue using Evernote on this device" will appear prompting you to either upgrade/pay or unsync an existing device to proceed.Steps to Unsync via the Pop-Up:
- Select Unsync a device in the pop-up
- Review your list of connected devices
- Choose a device to unsync, freeing up space for the current one
- Confirm to proceed
Scenarios for Disconnecting Devices
- Lost or stolen device: Use revoking to ensure the device no longer has access to your account
- Switching devices: Choose unsyncing or revoking to manage transitions
- Device limit exceeded (Free plan): Follow the pop-up instructions to unsync devices
Important Notes
- Free users can unsync up to 10 devices per month. If you exceed this limit, revoking is the alternative
- Evernote Web counts as one device
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