Look up at your bookmark toolbar. Yes, really.

If you're anything like us, you'll see a jumbled mess of forgotten logins, archived sites, and some links to which you aren't even sure where they lead. With people spending more time on the computer than ever, managing bookmarks efficiently is essential for keeping your online resources organized.

If you're overwhelmed with a cluttered bookmarks bar or folders filled with links, it's time to discover how Raindrop.io, paired with IFTTT, can streamline your bookmark management process. This guide will walk you through the steps to forever clean your bookmarks using these powerful tools.

We'll cover the ins and outs of this useful tool, how to get started with it, and how to build Raindrop io integrations with IFTTT. By the end of this guide, you'll know everything you need to take back the chaos of your bookmark bar and start working and browsing better than ever.

What is Raindrop io bookmark manager?

Raindrop.io is a comprehensive bookmark manager that allows users to save, organize, and access links from anywhere. It supports lots of different platforms and offers seamless integration with several tools (like IFTTT!) to enhance your productivity.

With Raindrop.io, you can categorize your bookmarks into collections, tag them for easier searching, and even highlight key information on saved pages. Here are a couple of standout features we think you should know about:

• - Cross-platform accessibility: Access your bookmarks from any device with internet connectivity.
• - Organizational tools: Use folders, tags, and collections to keep your bookmarks tidy.
• - Collaboration: Share collections with others, making it ideal for team projects.
• - Advanced search: Quickly find any bookmark with powerful search functionalities.

Raindrop.io's pricing plan is super simple by design. The generous free plan gives you unlimited bookmarks, collections, highlights, devices, and 100MB of files each month. The Pro plan, which is $3 per month, includes AI suggestions, full-text search, permanent libraries, a 10GB file limit, and much more. This pricing structure makes it easy to try out some paid features or just stick to the free essential package.

A pro guide on how to get started using Raindrop.io

Setting up Raindrop.io is simple, and within just a few minutes, you can transform your messy bookmarks into an organized, searchable library that you’ll actually enjoy using. Whether you’re importing years of clutter or starting fresh, these steps will help you build a foundation that keeps things tidy for good.

1. Create your account

Go to Raindrop.io and sign up for a free account. You can use your Google, Apple, or email login. Once you’re in, download the browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. This lets you save new bookmarks instantly while you browse. You can also install the mobile app to save links from your phone or tablet.

2. Import existing bookmarks

One great feature is that Raindrop.io lets you import everything at once. Most browsers can export bookmarks as an HTML file. Check specifics for your browser. Once exported, open your Raindrop.io dashboard, go to the settings menu, and choose “Import.” Select your file, and your bookmarks will appear inside Raindrop’s interface.

3. Organize your collections and tags

Raindrop.io uses “Collections” to group your bookmarks by theme. Think of these as folders: you might have collections like Work, Reading List, or Recipes. Inside those collections, you can use tags for more detailed sorting. Raindrop.io also lets you add notes or highlights to links, which is super useful for research or reference-heavy projects.

4. Clean as you go

Once your links are imported, it’s time for a clean-up. Raindrop.io can automatically detect duplicates or broken links, so you can delete or archive them right away.

5. Explore advanced features

Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you can start experimenting with Raindrop.io’s more advanced tools. The full-text search makes it easy to find any link, even if you can’t remember the exact title. You can also enable highlights and annotations to capture key takeaways from saved pages. If you ever collaborate with a team, shared collections make it simple to curate and exchange resources together.

By this point, your bookmarks are accessible, categorized, and cleaner than ever before. Take a deep exhale out. Next, we’ll take it one step further and connect Raindrop.io to IFTTT so your bookmarks don’t just stay clean today but stay clean forever.

What is IFTTT?

So we've mentioned IFTTT a couple of times now. How does our tool work, and how can you link IFTTT and Raindrop.io to complete the best organization duo?

IFTTT (If This Then That) is our powerful and free automation platform that connects over 1000 apps and services to perform automated tasks. These can be as simple as connecting smart home devices and can be expanded to complex workflows between customer management systems, AI tools, social media, and much more.

By integrating Raindrop.io with IFTTT, you can automate several processes to maintain an organized bookmarks library effortlessly. Here's how to get started:

1. Create an IFTTT Account: If you don't have an account, sign up on the https://ifttt.com.

2. Connect Raindrop.io: Use the search bar to find Raindrop.io. Click the "Connect" button and link your account by signing in.

3. Browse Applets: Head to the Applets tab in IFTTT and search through our library for an Applet that works for you. Don't worry, we have over a million (and counting) Applets for you to choose from. You can also create your own with our easy-to-use Applet builder.

Building your own Applet

Can't find exactly what you're looking for? On IFTTT, you can also build your own Applets and share them with the community. Simply click the 'Create' button, select a trigger action (e.g. When I like a Tweet) and an output action (e.g Add Tweet to Raindrop.io).

IFTTT is designed to make automation easy for everyone. Regardless of technical experience, setting up an IFTTT Applet only takes a few minutes. Applets give you access to all types of advanced functions, like filter code and delay, which can be used to create impressive automations. For a more complete guide on everything Applet-related, check out our full guide here.

Top Raindrop.io automation ideas with IFTTT

1. Automatically save links from social media

If you often come across interesting articles or resources on social platforms, you can create an Applet that saves them directly to Raindrop.io. For example, when you like a tweet or save a Reddit post, IFTTT can add that link to your “Reading List” collection in Raindrop.io.

2. Sync bookmarks across platforms

If you still occasionally save bookmarks in your browser or another tool like Pocket or Instapaper, you can set up Applets that sync them with Raindrop.io. Every time you add a bookmark in your browser or save an article elsewhere, IFTTT will create a corresponding entry in your chosen Raindrop.io collection. This keeps all your saved links in one centralized place.

3. Archive broken or old links automatically

Keeping your collections tidy can be tedious, but IFTTT can help with that too. You can create an Applet that moves links flagged as broken or older than a certain date to an “Archive” collection in Raindrop.io. This automation will likely require filter code.

4. Save songs in a safe spot

Your favorite songs can easily get buried in forgotten playlists. Our Raindrop.io and Spotify/Soundcloud Applets can help you keep all of your favorite tracks in a single place.

5. Capture RSS feeds and updates

For researchers, journalists, or anyone who follows specific websites or feeds, connecting RSS to Raindrop.io is an excellent automation. When a new article appears in your chosen RSS feed, IFTTT will automatically save it to a designated Raindrop.io collection, such as “Research” or “Industry News.”

Staying organized with IFTTT

By now, you’ve built the foundation for a cleaner, smarter bookmarking system, but the real magic happens when you let automation do the heavy lifting. IFTTT doesn’t just help you organize; it helps you stay organized by continuously maintaining your Raindrop.io collections in the background.

With the help of IFTTT, your online resources will always be accessible, tidy, and synced across every device. If you are ready to say goodbye to the endless cleanup sessions and the forgotten folders, click the button below to get started today.