Roam Research Not Working? Common Errors & Fixes
The 5 Roam Research problems users hit most often, why they happen, and the fixes that actually work — collected from user reports, forums, and official support docs.
Roam Research Export to Obsidian Not Working
Workaround availableWeb, DesktopDon't use Roam's Markdown export for migration. Export your graph as JSON (••• > Export All > JSON) and import it with Obsidian's official Importer plugin using the Roam Research (.json) format.
Roam Research Markdown Export Loses Block References
Workaround availableWeb, DesktopRoam's Markdown export keeps [[page links]] but drops block references. Export JSON instead and convert it with Obsidian's Importer or the community rj2obs script, which preserve block refs.
Roam Research Charged After Free Trial
OngoingWebRoam's trial converts to a paid plan if you don't cancel, and users report being billed for a full year. Cancel from Billing (Stripe portal) before the trial ends; refunds afterwards are not guaranteed.
Roam Research Not Loading or Graph Too Big
Workaround availableWeb, Desktop, iOS, AndroidRoam graphs that hang on load or show 'graph too big' are usually large graphs combined with heavy roam/js extensions. Disabling extensions such as Roam42 on the affected device fixed it for users.
Roam Research Notes Disappeared After Sync
OngoingWeb, DesktopIf recent blocks vanish after a sync, don't clear browser data or log out on the affected device. Check another device or session that may still hold the changes and export a JSON backup from it first.
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