Chronicler supports offline worldbuilding and a private wiki for writers and D&D game masters, with versions listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Chronicler
Chronicler supports offline worldbuilding and a local wiki for writers and game masters, storing notes as plain Markdown files on the computer.
About Chronicler
Chronicler is a free, offline worldbuilding tool and local wiki for writers, game masters, and tabletop RPG creators. It stores notes as plain Markdown files on the user's computer, with no sign-up, subscription, or cloud storage. It runs 100% offline and is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Users can create and organize pages in folders, write in Markdown with auto-save and split-screen preview, and connect pages with wikilinks, backlinks, and hierarchical tags. It includes reusable templates, wiki-style infoboxes, local image embeds, galleries, and page inserts. Links update automatically on rename, and Obsidian vaults can be opened directly.
It suits tabletop RPG game masters building campaigns, novelists organizing characters and lore, and privacy-focused creators who want local files. The code is source-available for viewing and auditing under PolyForm Shield 1.0.0, but modification and redistribution are not allowed.
Key features
- Stores notes locally as plain Markdown files
- Works fully offline with no sign-up or cloud
- Wikilinks with autocomplete and backlinks panel
- Hierarchical tags and automatic link updates on rename
- Reusable templates and wiki-style infoboxes
- Local image embeds, galleries, and page inserts
Best for: Writers, game masters, and tabletop RPG creators who want an offline local wiki with Markdown files stored on their own device.
Good for
- Free core features with no subscription
- Fully offline with local Markdown file storage
- Opens Obsidian vaults directly
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Watch out for
- No cloud storage or sync; files stay on device
- Source-available license prohibits modification and redistribution
Chronicler at a glance
- Category
- Productivity › Writing Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Freemium
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Good for
- Writers
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Chronicler FAQ
Is Chronicler free?
Yes. Core features are free forever, with an optional one-time Community License for cosmetic themes.
Does Chronicler work offline?
Yes. It runs 100% offline and stores data as local Markdown files with no cloud servers.
Is Chronicler compatible with Obsidian?
Yes. It can open Obsidian vaults directly.
Which platforms does Chronicler support?
Windows 10+, macOS for Apple Silicon and Intel, and Linux via AppImage and .deb.
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