Notes & Writing
Obsidian
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A local-first Markdown notes app with a deep plugin ecosystem and a vault of plain files.
What you get
Your data lives on your device
The app works fully on your computer or phone, even without internet. Your data isn't trapped on someone else's server.
Plain-text files you can edit anywhere
Your content is saved as readable text files in folders you control. Open or edit them with any other tool.
Standard, open file format
Your data is in a format other tools can read — you're never locked in.
Easy to export your data
Download all your data any time, in a format you can actually use elsewhere.
No vendor lock-in
If you ever want to leave, you can take your data and your workflow with you.
No account needed
Use it without signing up or giving them your email.
No tracking
The app doesn't send your usage, analytics, or behavior back to the company.
Customizable with scripts
Extend or automate the app without modifying its source code.
Free version available
There's a meaningful free version you can use indefinitely without paying.
Works offline
You can use the main features without an internet connection.
Technical detailsexpand
flathub:md.obsidian.Obsidianbrew:--cask obsidianNo maintainer declared.
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