Notesnook

notesnook · v3.3.17 • auto-updates

8.0

Privacy-focused note taking app

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brew install --cask notesnook

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Trust Score 9/10

✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3

✓ Active development +2

✓ Licensed +1

✓ Auto-updates +1

✓ Not deprecated +1

✓ Established (>1yr) +1

✗ Low installs +0

Version History

v3.3.17

1d ago3.3.16→3.3.17

7d ago3.3.15→3.3.16

9d ago3.3.10→3.3.15

Review

Mar 10, 2026

Notesnook is a privacy-focused, open-source note-taking app with end-to-end encryption and self-hosting capabilities. It offers a secure alternative to Evernote, appealing to users who prioritize data control and security.

Notesnook provides a secure, encrypted platform for note-taking, allowing users to self-host their data for enhanced privacy.

Maturity: The project is active with strong community support, indicated by high GitHub stars and forks, though over a thousand open issues suggest ongoing development.

Community: The app garners positive feedback on Hacker News and Reddit for its privacy features and open-source nature, though some users express concerns about pricing and self-hosting complexity.