Joplin
joplin · v3.7.21
Note taking and to-do application with synchronisation capabilities
brew install --cask joplin Trust Score 3/10
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v3.7.21Review
Mar 10, 2026Joplin is a privacy-focused, open-source note-taking and to-do application with synchronization capabilities across multiple platforms. Its key features include markdown support, encryption, and the ability to self-host sync services. Ideal for users who value privacy and cross-platform functionality.
Joplin allows users to create and manage notes, to-do lists, and synchronize them across devices.
Maturity: The project is mature with significant community support, though it has a substantial number of open issues.
Community: Joplin has been well-received on Hacker News with multiple high-profile mentions, highlighting its open-source nature and synchronization features. No mentions found on Reddit.
Pros
- + Open-source and privacy-focused
- + Cross-platform synchronization capabilities
- + Support for markdown and encryption
- + Option to self-host sync services
Cons
- - Frequent updates may cause instability
- - Some synchronization issues reported
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