Local knowledge base guide
Save Gemini directly to Obsidian.
Organize Google Gemini chats. Export conversations, outlines, and code snippets directly into your Obsidian vault as standard Markdown files for easy local search.
Set your Obsidian vault folder
- Install AI Chat Backup and open the settings page.
- Navigate to the Export tab.
- Under Markdown Export Folder, click Choose Folder.
- Select the folder in your Obsidian vault where you want your exported notes to land.
- Accept the browser's directory write permissions.
Local & Secure. All Markdown exports are processed on your computer. Your Gemini chats are not uploaded to any servers, ensuring complete privacy.
Export a Gemini chat
- Go to your conversation on gemini.google.com.
- After the response loads completely, open AI Chat Backup.
- Click Export Chat.
- The compiled Markdown note is saved instantly in your selected Obsidian folder and becomes searchable.
Optimizing your Gemini notes in Obsidian
- Enable YAML Metadata: Turn on YAML in the settings to record `platform: gemini` and the original URL at the top of the file.
- Link formatting: Google Gemini's response formatting (lists, bullet points, headers, inline links) is parsed and saved in clean Markdown.
- Manage folder access: If Chrome resets its permissions, simply re-select the Obsidian folder path inside the extension options.