Evernote "Syncing Temporarily Paused" Error
Workaround available Windows, Mac, iOS, Android Updated October 21, 2026
Quick answer
This message means Evernote's servers can't accept your changes right now, usually because of a service issue. It clears on its own once Evernote reconnects; your edits stay on the device and sync later.
Most likely fix: Wait and keep the app open.
Symptoms
A banner says 'Syncing temporarily paused' and recent edits don't reach other devices.
Why it happens
- Server-side service issue at Evernote
- Network interruptions
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Wait and keep the app open
- Don't sign out or reinstall while the banner is showing, or local changes can be lost
- Leave the app open; the message disappears and changes sync once Evernote reconnects
2. Check for an outage
- Look for current incidents on Evernote's status page or r/Evernote
3. Retry on another network
- Switch Wi-Fi or mobile data, then trigger a manual sync
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