Note Taking Softwares and Apps

Footnote is a streamlined and intuitive note-taking application specifically designed for elementary OS. It provides a clean interface for capturing, organizing, and syncing your thoughts and information seamlessly. ...more

Hypothes.is is a free, open-source web-based annotation tool that allows users to annotate and highlight text on any website. It facilitates collaborative discussion and sharing of ideas alongside the content being read. ...more

Lifeograph is a private, offline journal and note-taking application designed for Linux desktops and Android. It prioritizes privacy with AES encryption and offers features like a calendar view, auto-saving, and various synchronization options for ease of use and data accessibility. ...more

Osmo is a lightweight and versatile personal organizer designed for efficiency. It integrates essential modules like a color calendar, task manager, address book, and notes editor into a single, user-friendly interface, making it ideal for managing daily activities. ...more

Elephant is a portable, privacy-focused note-taking application featuring a classic, intuitive interface. It supports robust note organization, rich text formatting, markdown, and offline access. With capabilities like image insertion and secure cloud synchronization, Elephant is designed for users needing a reliable and versatile digital notebook. ...more

Magpie was a note-taking application designed as an alternative to Evernote, leveraging Git for version control and synchronization. It focused on providing a robust, offline-first experience with privacy in mind. ...more

Manuskript is a free and open-source writing software designed specifically for authors. It provides a structured environment to plan, outline, and write novels and other complex documents, featuring tools for character tracking, plot management, and a distraction-free interface. ...more

Gruik is a powerful, free, and open-source note-taking service designed for users who value privacy, organization, and control over their data. Offering robust features like hierarchical organization, offline access, rich text formatting, and synchronization options, it provides a flexible platform for managing notes, ideas, and personal knowledge wikis. ...more

MyTetra is a versatile, cross-platform information manager designed for collecting, organizing, and managing various types of data. It excels as a portable note-taking application, personal information manager, and notebook, offering a robust outliner and rich text editing capabilities. ...more

OutWiker is a portable, tree-structured note-taking application that allows users to organize information hierarchically. Functioning as a personal wiki or outliner, it provides a simple yet powerful way to manage notes, documents, and ideas in a flexible, offline environment. ...more

QOwnNotes is a powerful yet simple open-source plain-text note-taking and to-do list application with Markdown support, designed for seamless integration with ownCloud and Nextcloud instances while also offering standalone functionality. ...more

Springseed is a discontinued, yet elegant and straightforward note-taking application designed for simplicity and efficiency. It leverages Markdown for formatting and offers seamless synchronization with Dropbox, making note management and accessibility across devices intuitive. ...more

Omni Notes is a versatile open-source note-taking application for Android. It emphasizes simplicity, lightweight design, and offline functionality while providing robust features for organizing and managing your notes effectively. ...more

nvPY is a minimalist, open-source note-taking application that seamlessly syncs with Simplenote. Designed for speed and simplicity, it provides a clean interface for focused writing and efficient note management through search and tags, echoing the user experience of Notational Velocity. ...more

CryptPad is a suite of collaborative and encrypted web applications, providing a secure and private environment for document editing, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Leveraging zero-knowledge encryption, it ensures that only you and your collaborators can access your content, making it ideal for sensitive information. ...more

nvALT is a lightweight, plain text note-taking application for macOS building upon the foundation of Notational Velocity. It excels at fast capture, searching, and retrieval of notes using a simple, keyboard-centric interface, with added support for Markdown and synchronization. ...more

Gnote is a simple and powerful note-taking application designed for the GNOME desktop environment. It allows users to quickly capture thoughts, ideas, and important information, providing excellent organization through a hierarchical structure and robust search capabilities. Its focus on speed and ease of use makes it an ideal tool for managing personal and professional notes. ...more

TreeSheets is a hierarchical data organizer and note-taking application that utilizes a unique tree-like grid structure to manage information in a highly visual and flexible manner. It supports various data types and offers features for brainstorming, list management, and spreadsheet-like organization within a unified interface. ...more

Turtl is a secure and private note-taking, bookmarking, and document storage application. It utilizes strong client-side encryption to ensure that only you and authorized collaborators can access your sensitive information, making it ideal for managing confidential projects and data. ...more

Org-mode is a powerful and flexible mode for GNU Emacs, designed for note-taking, project planning, to-do list management, and authoring documents. It utilizes simple plain text files with intuitive markup. ...more

Paperwork is an open-source, self-hosted alternative to popular note-taking and archiving applications like Evernote and OneNote. It offers a powerful suite of features for creating, organizing, and managing notes and documents with a strong emphasis on privacy and control. ...more

Skim is a free and open-source PDF reader and note-taker for macOS. Tailored for scientific use, it offers advanced annotation tools, robust export options, and tight integration with LaTeX, making it an ideal companion for academic research and professional document management. ...more

BasKet Note Pads is a versatile, freeform note-taking application for KDE that allows users to organize thoughts, manage tasks, and gather information visually. It supports various content types, offering powerful organization and sharing capabilities. ...more

KeepNote is a versatile note-taking application designed for organizing information in a hierarchical structure. Available on Windows, Linux, and macOS X, it features robust organization tools, including a tree-like outline, wiki-like linking, and support for embedded files and images. Although discontinued, its local storage and rich features make it a compelling tool for detailed note-taking and research. ...more

KeyNote NF is a versatile, open-source notebook application offering a tabbed interface, rich text editing, multi-level note organization, and robust encryption for secure information management. ...more

Notational Velocity is a minimalist, keyboard-centric note-taking application for macOS. ...more

ScrapBook is a Firefox extension for enhanced web content management. It allows users to save full web pages, manage bookmarks, take notes, annotate, and organize digital content offline, serving as a comprehensive digital scrapbooking tool. ...more

CopyQ is a powerful, cross-platform clipboard manager with advanced features that helps users keep track of their copy-pasted content. It supports history, search, editing, scripting, and organization of text, images, and other data. ...more

RedNotebook is a free and open-source desktop journal and diary application offering a clean interface and features for organizing notes, thoughts, and ideas with a calendar view, tag search, and basic text formatting. ...more

NixNote is an open-source, cross-platform desktop client for Evernote, offering a familiar interface and offline access to your notes. ...more