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Install Keepsake on Any Device

Keepsake is a Progressive Web App (PWA). That means you can install it on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — just like a regular app, but without going through an app store. It launches instantly, works offline, and takes up almost no storage space. Below you'll find step-by-step instructions for every platform.

Why install Keepsake as an app?

You can always use Keepsake in your browser, but installing it gives you a much better experience: a dedicated icon, full-screen mode without browser bars, faster loading, and seamless offline access. It feels like a native app — because it essentially is one.

Install on iPhone / iPad (Safari)

On iPhone and iPad, you must use Safari — this is an Apple requirement. Chrome and other browsers on iOS don't support adding apps to the home screen.
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Open Keepsake in Safari

Go to app.keepsake.place using Safari. Make sure you're using Safari, not Chrome or another browser.

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Tap the Share button

Tap the Share icon at the bottom of the screen (the square with an arrow pointing up).

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Select "Add to Home Screen"

Scroll down in the share menu and tap "Add to Home Screen". You may need to scroll right on the row of icons to find it.

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Name the app and tap Add

Keep the name "Keepsake" or customize it. Tap "Add" in the top right corner. The app icon now appears on your home screen.

Tip

Once installed, Keepsake opens in full-screen mode without Safari's address bar. It looks and feels like a native app.

Install on Android (Chrome)

On Android, Chrome makes it easy to install web apps. You'll usually see a prompt automatically, but you can also do it manually.
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Open Keepsake in Chrome

Go to app.keepsake.place using Chrome.

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Look for the install prompt

Chrome often shows a banner at the bottom saying "Add Keepsake to Home screen". Tap "Add" if you see it.

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Or use the menu

If you don't see the banner, tap the three-dot menu in the top right corner and select "Add to Home screen" or "Install app".

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Confirm the installation

Tap "Install" in the dialog. The Keepsake icon now appears on your home screen and in your app drawer.

Tip

On some Android phones, installed web apps appear in your app settings just like regular apps. You can manage notifications and permissions from there.

Install on Mac (Safari or Chrome)

On Mac, you can install Keepsake so it appears in your Dock and opens in its own window — just like a native app. You have two options depending on your browser.
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Option A — Safari (recommended on macOS Sonoma+)

Open app.keepsake.place in Safari. Click the Share button in the toolbar, then select "Add to Dock". Keepsake will appear in your Dock as a standalone app.

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Option B — Chrome

Open app.keepsake.place in Chrome. Click the three-dot menu at the top right, go to "Save and Share" (or "More tools"), then select "Install Keepsake". The app will install and open in its own window.

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Launch Keepsake from the Dock

After installation, click the Keepsake icon in your Dock to launch it. It opens in a dedicated window, separate from your browser.

Tip

With Safari on macOS Sonoma and later, web apps added to the Dock get their own separate cookies and storage — your Keepsake session stays independent from your Safari browsing.

Install on Windows (Edge or Chrome)

On Windows, both Edge and Chrome support installing PWAs. The app will appear in your Start menu and taskbar, just like any other desktop program.
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Option A — Microsoft Edge (recommended)

Open app.keepsake.place in Edge. Click the three-dot menu at the top right, then select "Apps" > "Install Keepsake". The app installs and opens in its own window.

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Option B — Chrome

Open app.keepsake.place in Chrome. Click the three-dot menu at the top right, go to "Save and Share" (or "More tools"), then select "Install Keepsake".

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Pin to the taskbar

After installing, right-click the Keepsake icon in the taskbar and select "Pin to taskbar" so it's always one click away.

Tip

On Edge, installed web apps can be managed from edge://apps. You can set them to launch at startup or customize their window behavior.

Logging in to the installed app

Once Keepsake is installed as an app, you need to log in. There's one important thing to know about login links (Magic Links) and installed apps.
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Use a password (recommended for mobile PWAs)

Magic Links (the login links we send by email) may open in your regular browser instead of the installed Keepsake app — this is a known limitation on mobile. The simplest fix: create a password for your account. Go to app.keepsake.place on your computer, then navigate to User Menu > My Account > Create Password. Once set, you can log in to the mobile app with your email and password.

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Already logged in on desktop?

If you've been using Keepsake in your browser, your data is safe in the cloud. Once you log in on your phone (with your password), all your contacts, notes, and tasks will be there — everything syncs across devices.

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Magic Links still work in the browser

On desktop, Magic Links work perfectly. This limitation only affects installed mobile apps where the email link opens in the default browser instead of the PWA.

Tip

Creating a password doesn't remove Magic Link login — you'll have both options available. Use whichever is most convenient for each device.

Using Keepsake offline

Once installed, Keepsake works even without an internet connection. You can capture QuickNotes, browse your contacts, and review your tasks. Everything syncs automatically when you're back online.
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Capture notes anywhere

The QuickNote bar works offline. Write your thoughts on the subway, on a plane, or anywhere without signal.

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Your data syncs automatically

When your connection returns, all offline changes sync in the background. You don't need to do anything.

Troubleshooting

Having trouble installing or logging in? Here are some common issues and solutions.
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"Add to Home Screen" option is missing (iPhone)

Make sure you're using Safari. On iPhone, only Safari can install web apps. If you opened a link from another app (like Mail or Messages), the page may open in an in-app browser — tap the Safari icon in the address bar to open it in Safari proper.

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Login link opens in the browser, not the app (mobile)

This is a known PWA limitation on mobile. Create a password from your desktop (User Menu > My Account > Create Password) and use it to log in to the mobile app. See the Logging in section above.

3

The app doesn't look right after installing

Try uninstalling and reinstalling. Remove the app from your home screen (or Dock/taskbar), clear your browser cache, then follow the install steps again.

4

Notifications aren't working

Make sure you've allowed notifications for Keepsake in your device settings. On iPhone: Settings > Notifications > Keepsake. On Android: Settings > Apps > Keepsake > Notifications.

Tip

If you're still having issues, try updating your browser to the latest version. PWA support improves with each update. You can always reach us at support@keepsake.place.

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