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CopyQ vs PastePal: catalog facts
CopyQ	PastePal
Free Free and open source under the GPL 3.0.	Paid One-time universal purchase with no subscription, including future updates.
Windows, macOS, Linux	macOS, iOS
Stores text, images, HTML and custom formats, not just plain text Tabs, tags, notes and filtering for a history you actually use	Unlimited searchable clipboard history One purchase covers Mac, iPhone and iPad
The interface is functional rather than attractive Scripting is where the power is, and that means learning its API	Apple platforms only Sync relies on iCloud
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 21, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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