Notesnook
Notesnook provides open-source note-taking with zero-knowledge encryption, a free tier, and paid plans for added storage and features.
About Notesnook
Notesnook is a note-taking tool that states notes are end-to-end encrypted before they leave the device. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and the web, with sync across devices, an editor with tables, checklists, attachments and markdown support, plus app lock, a separate vault password, note linking, reminders, web clipping and single-note publishing.
It offers unlimited notes free, with paid plans adding storage and features. Pricing details were not provided, and publishing a note creates a web link that can optionally use a password.
Key features
- End-to-end encrypted notes synced across devices
- App lock with fingerprint, PIN or password
- Separate vault password for selected private notes
- Publish individual notes as password-protectable web pages
- Web clipper saves article text and images for offline reading
- Editor with tables, checklists, code, maths and markdown support
Best for: People who want encrypted notes usable across desktop and mobile devices.
Good for
- States notes are encrypted before leaving the device
- Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and web
- Free tier includes unlimited notes
Watch out for
- Extra storage and some features require a paid plan
Notesnook at a glance
- Website
- notesnook.com
- Category
- Productivity › Notes & Knowledge Management
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
Guides for Notes & Knowledge Management
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Notesnook FAQ
Does Notesnook sync between devices?
Yes, the same notes can be used on laptop and phone, encrypted before they leave the device.
Can I lock the app or specific notes?
Yes, the app can use fingerprint, PIN or password, and a separate vault password can protect selected notes.
Can I share a single note?
Yes, a single note can be published as its own web page, with an optional password.
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