Help and support
How to use CarryOver
CarryOver is a save-for-later inbox for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Capture a post, a reference or an idea while browsing, then return on Mac when you have time to review, research and follow up.
Save content
Choose supported content
Choose the text, link, image or post you want to keep. What can be shared depends on the source app.
Use Share
In a compatible app, open the system Share menu and choose CarryOver. On iPhone and iPad, check More if it is not visible. On Mac, availability also depends on the source app, content type and system extension settings.
Review and save
In the share form, review the content and optionally edit the title or set a reminder. Choose Save to add it to your inbox.
Add a note manually
Open Add Share in CarryOver to record an idea or paste content, then save it to your inbox.
Manage your list
Open the item or its source
Select an item to view or edit it. If a source URL is available, use the source action to open it in the browser.
Keep important items in Favorites
Favorite an unfinished item to find it in the Favorites filter. It stays in your inbox until you mark it complete.
Mark it done
Use the completion button after handling an item. Only completed items move to History; unfinished items do not expire.
Restore from History
Use the restore button beside a completed item to return it to the inbox.
Delete with confirmation
On iPhone and iPad, swipe left on an item and choose Delete. On Mac, use the delete action. Confirm before the item is removed.
Sync and troubleshooting
Use the same Apple Account
Sign in to the same Apple Account on iPhone, iPad and Mac, enable iCloud and connect to the internet to sync saved items.
Save locally first
Saving adds the item to this device before cross-device sync finishes. If it has not arrived elsewhere, check the sync status, network and available iCloud storage.
Retry when needed
Use the retry action on a failed item. On the other device, open CarryOver and refresh from iCloud. Network and iCloud conditions can delay updates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I share to CarryOver?
In a compatible app, open the system Share menu and choose CarryOver. On iPhone and iPad, check More if it is not visible. On Mac, availability also depends on the source app, content type and system extension settings.
Why did sync not appear on another device immediately?
iCloud sync can be delayed by network status, Low Power Mode, or insufficient iCloud storage. Keep the app installed on both devices and allow the system time to finish background sync.
Does CarryOver require an account?
No separate CarryOver account is required. Sync uses Apple's iCloud services when available.
What does CarryOver save from other apps?
It saves the text, links or images that the source app actually shares. A social post may be shared as a link rather than its full content. Web links open the original page, not a full-text offline copy; internet access or a login may be required.
Can I save now and sync later?
Items are saved locally first. Cross-device sync needs the same Apple Account, iCloud enabled and an internet connection. Check the sync status and retry if needed; syncing is not guaranteed to be immediate.
Do unfinished items disappear after a few days?
No. Unfinished items remain in the inbox regardless of age. Marking an item done moves it to History; deleting removes it.
Can I search my saved content?
Yes. Search titles, saved text and source URLs on iPhone, iPad and Mac, including completed items in History.
Will Later actually remind me?
Yes. Set a future date and time and allow notifications for CarryOver in system settings. The system delivers a local notification; Focus and notification settings may silence it. Tapping it opens the matching item.
Can I continue a completed item?
Yes. Open History and use the item's restore button to return it to the inbox.
Is there a daily save limit?
The current version has no daily save limit and does not require a separate Pro upgrade. Check the App Store for availability and pricing in your region.
Get CarryOver for iPhone, iPad and Mac on the App Store.