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FSNotes vs The Archive: catalog facts
FSNotes	The Archive
Paid No subscription; the official stable release is distributed through the App Store.	Paid Paid app with a 60-day free trial.
macOS, iOS	macOS
Notes are plain Markdown files readable without the app Built-in Git backups with history	Notes stored as plain Markdown text files Sync through any cloud storage folder
Apple platforms only Sync relies on iCloud Drive or your own Git setup	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
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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