Open Source Secure & Encrypted Notes
A curated collection of the best open source note-taking apps with a focus on security and end-to-end encryption..
Self-hosted timeline for quick notes, logs, and snippets
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64,405Last commit
22 hours agoLicense
MIT
Memos is a self-hosted, open-source note-taking app built around a private timeline. Write in Markdown, skip the folder setup, and keep your data on your own server.
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Encrypted note-taking that syncs across all your devices
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57,139Last commit
4 hours agoLicense
Unknown
Cross-platform note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, Markdown support, web clipping, and sync via Dropbox, OneDrive, or Joplin Cloud.
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Local-first, Git-native personal knowledge base with AI
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20,498Last commit
4 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.
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Cross-platform, secure password manager
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29,935Last commit
3 hours agoLicense
GPL-3.0
KeePassXC is an open-source password manager that securely stores and manages sensitive information across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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Zero-knowledge encrypted notes that sync across all devices
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14,917Last commit
13 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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6,711Last commit
8 days 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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Local-first notes app with no cloud, no AI, no tracking
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1,369Last commit
26 days agoLicense
MIT
A privacy-focused, offline-first note-taking app that stores everything on your device, with Markdown, note linking, file attachments, LaTeX math, and bring-your-own sync.
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Distraction-free note-taking with powerful features
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322Last commit
27 days agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
A customizable, offline-first note editor that lets you format text, create lists, add images, and export to HTML - all while maintaining your privacy.
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Fast, secure, and free personal note-taking app
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179Last commit
3 months agoLicense
Unknown
OpenNotas is a multi-platform, end-to-end encrypted note-taking app that offers simplicity, synchronization, and offline functionality.
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Self-hosted sticky notes with better organization
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46Last commit
12 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.
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Privacy-focused note-taking made simple and fast
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67Last commit
9 months agoLicense
GPL-2.0
Justnote is a secure note-taking app that lets you easily create and sync notes across devices while maintaining full control of your data.
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Sent – Messaging Infrastructure for Developers. One API for SMS, WhatsApp, and RCS across 190+ countries.
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