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DenoteThe Archive
Free

Free and available from GNU ELPA.

 Paid

Paid app with a 60-day free trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux macOS
  • Plain-text notes with predictable file names
  • No database or lock-in
  • Notes stored as plain Markdown text files
  • Sync through any cloud storage folder
  • Requires Emacs and some familiarity with it
  • No mobile app
  • macOS only
  • Site lists compatibility up to macOS 14 Sonoma
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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