How to Migrate from Evernote to OneNote When the Importer is Missing
Question details
Users need a reliable way to migrate hundreds or thousands of notes from Evernote to OneNote because the official migration tool is no longer available.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to migrate large batches of notes from Evernote to Microsoft OneNote.
- Observed behavior
- The official Microsoft OneNote Evernote Importer page and tool have been discontinued and are unavailable, leaving users without a built-in automated migration path.
Ensure you have created a complete backup of all your Evernote notebooks locally before attempting any third-party migration or bulk export processes.
Use a Reputable Third-Party Migration Tool
Since Microsoft's official importer is discontinued, verified third-party tools are the most efficient way to transfer large batches of notes.
Because manual copying is not feasible for hundreds of notes, open-source or commercial third-party migration applications (such as Evernote2Onenote) can process bulk note transfers.
Please note that third-party tools may require you to have the desktop versions of both Evernote and OneNote installed on your machine.
Open the Evernote desktop application, right-click on the notebook you want to migrate, and select 'Export notebook'. Choose the .enex format and save the file to your computer.
Find and download a trusted third-party Evernote to OneNote migration tool from a reputable repository like GitHub.
Run the third-party tool, select the .enex file you just exported, and choose the target OneNote notebook to begin the automated import process.
Export Notes as PDF or HTML and Attach to OneNote
Best for users who only need to migrate a select number of critical notes rather than an entire database of thousands of entries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Evernote to OneNote Importer missing?
Microsoft officially discontinued the Evernote to OneNote Importer tool. It is no longer hosted or supported on their official website, requiring users to rely on manual exports or third-party open-source solutions.
Can I just copy and paste my notes from Evernote to OneNote?
Yes, you can manually copy and paste text and images. However, this method is highly inefficient for users with hundreds or thousands of notes and is only recommended for migrating a small handful of specific items.
What format should I use to export my Evernote notes?
Evernote allows you to export notebooks in the .enex (Evernote Export) format. This format retains your note data, text, and attachments, and is the standard format required if you plan to use third-party tools to migrate your database into OneNote.
Will I lose my tags and formatting during the migration to OneNote?
Depending on the alternative method or third-party tool you use, some complex formatting, tags, or nested notebook structures may not transfer perfectly. It is highly recommended to perform a test migration with a small, sample notebook first.
