What is Notion?

So, what is Notion?

What is Notion? Notion is a digital space where you can keep you ideas, plans, and tasks neatly organized how you like it. No more hopping between five different apps to get things done.

Whether you have habits in need of tracking, notes in need of taking, or recipes in need of… reciping… there’s a Notion tool for that.

And while Notion started out as a simple note taker, it has since become a remarkable robust tool that over 100 million people use world wide.

It’s as powerful as a super computer, as connected as Facebook, and as personal as the apps on your phone. What’s not to love?

But Wait, What Can You Do With It?

If this is your first time using a workspace like Notion or Microsoft Loop, it can take some time to understand how it works. Stick with me and you’ll be able to join the millions of people getting their life organized like never before.

Here’s the thing: Notion isn’t just one tool like Apple Notes, Microsoft Excel, or Google Calendar—it’s every tool put into a single place.

Think of it as a personal computer where you can drag things around like apps on your phone.

• Want to track you day-to-day tasks? Done.
• Need to take notes and link them to your research or projects? Easy.
• Planning a trip and need to keep trip details? Packing List Included!

When you think of your digital workspace as a touchscreen where everything is customizable, the next step is to pick what apps you want and where you want them, then personalize it like you do with your phone.

Take a look below and see how it works.

Features That Make Notion Awesome (Even on the Free Plan)

• All-in-One Workspace: Keep your notes, tasks, databases, and calendars all in one spot. No more switching between apps!
• Customizable Templates: Notion comes with templates for everything—from personal Task Hubs to Company Wikis, templates make it quick & easy to get started.
• Collaboration & Sharing: Share pages with your friends or team and work together in real-time. Even see their profile picture make changes!
• Cross-Platform Support: Notion can be used on PC, Mac, Android, iOS or anywhere with internet.

Why You Should Give It a Try

The beauty of Notion is that it’s free and you can start as simple as you like. Maybe you create a page for your grocery list or start a simple task list for around the house. Once you get comfortable, you can play around with other features and styles to make your workspace feel like yours.

Before you know it, you’ll be creating databases, sharing pages with friends, and feeling like you’ve unlocked some kind of productivity superpowers.

There’s a reason they call it the Lego of Productivity.

Getting Started with Notion

Before we go any further—Notion’s free plan is incredibly generous. It’s intended to give you everything you need to manage your personal and professional life without feeling like you’re missing out.

Here’s what you get for free:

• Unlimited Pages
• Unlimited Blocks
• Unlimited Databases
• Unlimited File Uploads (5MB max/file)
• Unlimited Published Pages
• Up to 100 Guests
• Permission Groups
• Real-Time Collaboration
• Real-Time Sync Across All Devices
• Basic Integrations (Slack, GitHub, etc.)
• Basic Automations (Buttons, Slack)
• 7-day Page History
• Notion Calendar

For most users, especially individuals, the free plan covers everything you need.

Whether you’re organizing your life, planning projects, or taking notes, the free plan gives you plenty of room to grow and explore. Paid plans come in handy when you’re looking for a bit more power and sharing.

How To Start Today

Start exploring at your own pace, and check out the tips below to make sure you don’t get lost on the way.

When you’re ready for more, there’s a world of opportunities at your fingertips. From upgrading to a Plus plan to using pre-built templates to save time and unlock even more useful tools.

Make the Most of Notion

Here are some tips to help you hit the ground running with Notion:

• Explore Templates: The Notion template library is growing and covers everything from simple to-do lists to complex project management systems. Pick one that fits your needs and tweak it to your heart’s content.
• Customize Your Workspace: Make it yours! With custom icons, emojis, covers, and formatting options, your Notion workspace can reflect your unique style.
• Integrate Your Tools: Notion isn’t an island. Connect it with apps you already use—like Google Calendar or Slack—and turn it into your ultimate productivity hub.

And to make your learning curve even smoother, I’ve put together a handy Notion Quickstart Guide, which breaks down Notion’s terminology and features in simple English so you can get up to speed as quick as possible.

Final Thoughts

Notion’s insane user growth isn’t because of viral trends like some apps. People are flocking toward Notion because it’s a powerful, flexible, all-in-one workspace that adapts to you.

Whether you’re organizing your life or working with a team, Notion helps you organize everything into one place, how you want to see it.

With Notion’s wide variety of features, you can go from a simple to-do list to a fully integrated management tool for any need. And to take it a step further, you can use permissions to control who sees what, and Notion AI to help your team find anything faster.

The best part? Everything you do with Notion is fully yours, not Notion’s in any way.

Ready to see how Notion can change the way you work? Sign up for free today and start organizing your problems away.