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CherryTreeOutWiker
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

 Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license.

Windows, Linux Windows, Linux
  • Hierarchical nodes, so deep structures stay organised rather than flat
  • Rich text and syntax-highlighted code in the same document, including codeboxes
  • Stores the note tree as regular directories
  • Supports attachments, tags, and page links
  • No official macOS build
  • No built-in sync; you supply Syncthing, Nextcloud or similar
  • Officially listed for Windows and Linux
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License: GPL-3.0
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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