Backing up your notes is essential to keep your work safe. If you prefer using your private cloud, WebDAV is a great option. Noteshelf 3 supports WebDAV, allowing you to connect to services like CloudMe, NextCloud, or ownCloud and back up your notebooks to a specific folder.
This guide will walk you through what WebDAV is, how it works with Noteshelf 3, and how to set it up step by step.
What is WebDAV?
WebDAV stands for Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning. It’s a protocol that allows you to access, manage, and edit files stored on a remote server just like they’re on your local device.
For example, by connecting Noteshelf 3 to a WebDAV-supported service like CloudMe, you can safely back up your notebooks to your cloud storage.
How Does It Work with Noteshelf 3?
When a WebDAV server is connected:
Noteshelf 3 uploads your notebooks to a selected folder in your cloud storage.
Your notes are stored securely and remain accessible in your private cloud.
How to Set Up WebDAV in Noteshelf 3
Step 1: Open Noteshelf 3
Navigate to:
⋮ (three dots) > Settings > Cloud & Backup > WebDAV
Step 2: Enter Your Cloud Server Details
Fill in the required information:
Server URL:
https://webdav.server.com/your-username/
(Replace your-username with your actual server username)
Username:
Your WebDAV Server usernamePassword:
Your WebDAV Server password
Step 3: Tap Connect
Noteshelf will attempt to connect to your WebDAV server account.
Step 4: Choose a Backup Folder
Once connected, you’ll see your folder structure.
Select the folder where you want Noteshelf to store your backups.
Note: To successfully back up files/to avoid errors, your cloud account must have proper permissions to the destination folder.
Once you've completed the setup, Noteshelf 3 will automatically back up your notebooks to the folder you selected in your WebDAV cloud storage. This ensures that your notes are safely stored in a location you control, offering both peace of mind and easy access across devices.
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