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Bulk import a list of URLs into NotebookLM
Short answer
NotebookLM adds website sources one at a time. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter, paste a list of URLs, one per line or mixed into text, into the import center; it extracts the links, shows a preview, and imports them together. YouTube links are imported as videos. Free allows 5 per batch and 20 per day.
Quick facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Where | Import center, link list method |
| Plan | Free |
| Allowance | Free: 20 successful source imports per local day, up to 5 per batch. Pro removes both limits. |
| Data flow | The material you select is sent to Google NotebookLM. Capture reads the source site from your browser. |
Steps
- Install NotebookLM Ultra Exporter in desktop Chrome, then refresh any open NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) tab.
- Open the import center and choose the link list method.
- Paste your URLs; links mixed into other text are extracted automatically.
- Check titles, duplicates and warnings in the preview, tick what you want and submit.
Limits to know
- Free batches are 5 items. Pro removes the batch and daily limits.
- Links that NotebookLM cannot reach fail on the Google side; the tasks view lists them.
- Google's own limits still apply: sources per notebook, file size and accepted file types are decided by NotebookLM, and Pro does not raise them.
Free or Pro?
Free, with no daily export quota and no website account needed. Pro covers the extension only; it does not include a Google subscription or raise NotebookLM's own limits. Current prices are on the pricing page.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to bulk import a list of URLs into NotebookLM?
Yes. It is a basic import method. Free allows 20 successful source imports per local day and 5 items per batch; Pro removes both limits.
Can different links go to different notebooks?
Yes, with Pro: a CSV list or domain routing sends each link to its own target notebook.
How do I know the import finished?
Imports run as background tasks that continue when you switch pages. Submitted means Google received the item; Ready means processing was confirmed. Check the tasks view and retry only the failures.
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