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Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to common questions about NotebookLM Quick.

General Questions

What is NotebookLM Quick?

NotebookLM Quick is a Chrome browser extension that enables you to save and upload web content, PDFs, and YouTube videos directly to Google's NotebookLM with a single click. It streamlines your research workflow by eliminating manual save/download/upload steps.

Is NotebookLM Quick free?

Yes! NotebookLM Quick offers a robust Free tier with core features including:

  • Adding web links to NotebookLM
  • Generating PDFs from web pages
  • Adding single YouTube videos
  • Basic extension functionality

A Pro tier is available with advanced features like YouTube playlist integration and priority support.

Do I need a NotebookLM account?

Yes, you need a NotebookLM account to use NotebookLM Quick. NotebookLM is free and provided by Google. Create an account at notebooklm.google.com (opens in a new tab).

Does it work with other browsers?

Currently, NotebookLM Quick is only available for Google Chrome. Support for other Chromium-based browsers (Edge, Brave, Opera) may be added in the future.

Is my data private?

Yes. We respect your privacy:

  • We don't track your browsing activity
  • Local data stays in your browser
  • Only minimal authentication data is sent to our servers
  • We never sell your data

Read our complete Privacy Policy (opens in a new tab) for details.

Features & Functionality

What's the difference between adding a link and generating a PDF?

Add Link: Sends the URL to NotebookLM, which will fetch and process the content.

  • Faster (instant)
  • Smaller file size
  • Relies on webpage remaining accessible
  • NotebookLM fetches content directly

Generate PDF: Creates a formatted PDF of the page and uploads it.

  • Takes a few seconds
  • Larger file size
  • Permanent copy of content
  • Works even if page goes offline later
  • Better for complex formatting

Can I save content from any website?

You can save content from most websites, but there are some limitations:

  • Paywalled content: Only if you have legitimate access
  • Private/gated content: Must be logged in with access
  • Dynamic content: Some JavaScript-heavy sites may have issues
  • PDF generation: Some sites block this functionality

Always respect copyright and terms of service.

How do I switch between notebooks?

To change your target notebook:

  1. Click the NotebookLM Quick extension icon
  2. Click the notebook dropdown menu
  3. Select a different notebook
  4. Future saves will go to the new notebook

You can also refresh your notebook list if you've created new notebooks in NotebookLM.

Pro Features & Billing

What do I get with Pro?

Pro tier includes:

  • YouTube Playlist Integration: Add entire playlists with one click
  • Advanced PDF Options: Enhanced PDF generation
  • Priority Support: Faster response times (24 hours)
  • Early Access: Beta test new features
  • Lifetime Access: Pay once, use forever (2025 special)

View complete pricing details → (opens in a new tab)

How much does Pro cost?

2025 Special Offer: Purchase during 2025 for lifetime access.

Visit our pricing page (opens in a new tab) for current pricing.

No subscriptions or recurring charges - pay once and use forever.

What's your refund policy?

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If you're not satisfied within 30 days of purchase, contact us for a full refund, no questions asked.

After 30 days, refunds are handled case-by-case at our discretion.

See our Terms of Service (opens in a new tab) for complete details.

Can I upgrade later?

Absolutely! You can upgrade from Free to Pro at any time:

  1. Visit the pricing page (opens in a new tab)
  2. Complete secure checkout
  3. Sign in to activate Pro features

Your Pro status activates immediately after payment.

Does Pro work on multiple devices?

Yes! Pro features are tied to your Google account:

  • Sign in on any device
  • Access Pro features everywhere
  • No device limits
  • Seamless sync across devices

Technical Questions

Why does the extension need so many permissions?

Each permission serves a specific purpose:

  • activeTab: Access current page for PDF generation
  • scripting: Extract YouTube playlist data
  • tabs: Open NotebookLM when needed
  • storage: Save preferences locally
  • offscreen: Load NotebookLM in background
  • debugger: Generate high-quality PDFs
  • downloads: Save PDFs to your computer
  • identity: Sign in with Google for Pro features

We only use permissions for stated features and never for tracking.

Read our Privacy Policy (opens in a new tab) for detailed information.

Does the extension slow down my browser?

NotebookLM Quick is designed to be lightweight:

  • Minimal background activity
  • Only runs when you click the icon
  • No constant tracking or monitoring
  • Small memory footprint

Can I use it in Incognito mode?

Yes, but you need to enable it:

  1. Go to chrome://extensions/
  2. Find NotebookLM Quick
  3. Click "Details"
  4. Enable "Allow in incognito"

Note: You'll need to sign in again in Incognito mode for Pro features.

Is my content stored on your servers?

No. Content flows directly from the extension to NotebookLM:

  • PDFs: Generated locally, uploaded directly to NotebookLM
  • Links: Sent directly to NotebookLM's API
  • Settings: Stored locally in your browser

What we do store:

  • Your email (for Pro verification)
  • Subscription status
  • That's it!

Content never touches our servers.

Privacy & Security

Do you track my browsing history?

No. We do not:

  • Track your browsing history
  • Monitor your activity
  • Collect page content without your action
  • Use analytics or tracking pixels
  • Sell your data to anyone

We only access page content when you explicitly click a button.

Read our Privacy Policy (opens in a new tab) for complete details.

Can I delete my data?

Yes. You can:

Local Data:

  • Uninstall the extension (removes all local data)
  • Clear browser data in Chrome settings

Server Data (Pro users):

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