> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.keeping.com/help/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.keeping.com/help/setup/installing-the-chrome-extension.md).

# Installing the Chrome Extension

## What is the Keeping Chrome Extension?

To use Keeping's features within your Gmail, you must first install the Keeping Sidebar. It's free in the [<mark style="color:purple;">**Chrome Web Store**</mark>](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/keeping-the-original-help/mhmcjokmjcnjmlmmbaopcgkbomfdlpcn) and seamlessly blends Keeping's functionalities into your Gmail account.

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Using Safari? Follow our guide for [**installing the Safari Extension**](/help/setup/installing-the-safari-extension.md).
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## Where can I find the Keeping Chrome Extension?

Go to the [<mark style="color:purple;">**Chrome Web Store**</mark>](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/keeping-the-original-help/mhmcjokmjcnjmlmmbaopcgkbomfdlpcn?pli=1) to find the Keeping Sidebar.

### Click Add to Chrome

Click **Add to Chrome** to install the extension.

![Click "Add to Chrome" to install the Keeping Chrome Extension.](/files/9AxhJh9Eol7NfaA00VBm)

### Refresh your browser tab

Go back to the Gmail account you used to sign up for Keeping, and refresh your browser.  Don't forget to Login to Keeping in Gmail.

![](/files/8qC4hEPNr9pTm955oECE)

If you haven't done so already, learn about the fundamentals of using Keeping in Gmail.

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[Using Keeping in Gmail](/help/getting-started/using-keeping-in-gmail.md)
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