NoteDiscovery
NoteDiscovery provides a self-hosted Markdown knowledge base with AI assistant integration, wikilinks, and graph views.
About NoteDiscovery
NoteDiscovery is a self-hosted Markdown knowledge base that runs on the user's own server. It supports wikilinks, graph view, search, tags, templates, LaTeX equations, Mermaid diagrams, an embedded drawing editor, code highlighting, and HTML export.
Use requires self-hosting with Docker or a PikaPods deployment. There is no cloud sync, notes are stored as plain Markdown files in folders, and content leaves the chosen server only when shared through an explicit public link.
Key features
- Built-in MCP server lets Claude Desktop and Cursor read and edit notes
- Wikilinks with interactive graph view to explore note connections
- LaTeX equation rendering and Mermaid diagrams in notes
- Embedded drawing editor saves PNG sketches alongside notes
- Plain Markdown files in folders; supports existing Obsidian vaults
- Share notes via link with optional password protection
Best for: People who want to run a Markdown knowledge base on their own server.
Good for
- Notes are plain Markdown files in folders with no proprietary database
- No cloud sync or third-party storage; notes stay on the chosen server unless shared by link
- Installs with a single Docker command or a one-click PikaPods option
Watch out for
- Must be self-hosted on the user's own server
- Live demo resets daily and is for demonstration only
- No built-in cloud sync
NoteDiscovery at a glance
- Website
- notediscovery.com
- Category
- Productivity › Notes & Knowledge Management
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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NoteDiscovery FAQ
Does NoteDiscovery work with Claude or Cursor?
Yes. It includes a built-in MCP server that lets Claude Desktop and Cursor read and edit notes directly.
Can I move notes in or out?
Yes. Notes are plain Markdown files in folders, and an existing Obsidian vault can be used directly.
Do I need to be a developer to install it?
No. The recommended setup is a single Docker command, with a one-click PikaPods option available.
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