Open Source Note-Taking Tools using Java
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 Java.
Encrypted note-taking that syncs across all your devices
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7 hours agoLicense
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Cross-platform note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, Markdown support, web clipping, and sync via Dropbox, OneDrive, or Joplin Cloud.
Open Source Alternative to:
Privacy-first knowledge base that connects your notes
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45,428Last commit
6 hours agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Local-first, open-source knowledge management tool with bidirectional linking, outlines, flashcards, PDF annotations, and whiteboards for building a connected second brain.
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Zero-knowledge encrypted notes that sync across all devices
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14,860Last commit
11 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.
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Secure, encrypted notes for your digital life
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6,690Last commit
19 hours agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Cross-platform note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, offline access, and powerful organization features for privacy-conscious users.
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Bright Data – Web data for AI agents and apps. Built-in unblocking, proxies, and ready-made APIs.
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