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Beaver Notes
beaver-notes · v4.4.0
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Privacy-focused note-taking app
brew install --cask beaver-notes 36
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Install trend
Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v4.4.018d ago4.3.0→4.4.0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Beaver Notes is a privacy-focused, open-source note-taking app that prioritizes local-first data storage. It offers a secure and minimalist experience, making it ideal for users who value data control and security.
Beaver Notes is a note-taking application designed to respect user privacy with local-first data management.
Maturity: The project is mature with strong community support, evidenced by over 1000 GitHub stars and active development.
Community: Hacker News mentions suggest moderate interest and positive reception, with discussions highlighting its privacy features.
Pros
- + Strong focus on privacy and security
- + Local-first data management
- + Open-source with active community support
Cons
- - Lack of automatic updates
- - Previous security vulnerabilities (now resolved)
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown