Open Source Note-Taking Tools using GitHub
A curated collection of the best open source apps for capturing and organizing notes, from plain-text and markdown editors to linked notebooks that sync across devices. using GitHub.
Local-first, Git-native personal knowledge base with AI
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20,238Last commit
7 hours agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
A free, open source note-taking app built on plain Markdown files, Git version control, and direct AI model integration. No account required.
Open Source Alternative to:
Zero-knowledge encrypted notes that sync across all devices
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14,824Last commit
20 hours agoLicense
GPL-3.0
End-to-end encrypted note-taking app with zero-knowledge architecture, cross-device sync, web clipper, and a self-hostable sync server.
Open Source Alternative to:
Programmable notes with queries, Lua scripting, and wiki links
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2 days agoLicense
MIT
A self-hosted, browser-based note-taking system that turns plain Markdown pages into a queryable, scriptable knowledge base you control.
Open Source Alternative to:
Secure, encrypted notes for your digital life
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6,682Last commit
1 day agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Cross-platform note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, offline access, and powerful organization features for privacy-conscious users.
Open Source Alternative to:
Self-hosted sticky notes with better organization
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40Last commit
26 days agoLicense
MIT
A self-hosted, open-source note-taking app that keeps the Google Keep sticky-note feel while adding folders, timelines, list views, and import support.
Open Source Alternative to:
Postiz – The All-in-One agentic social media scheduling tool
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