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Standard Notes

A free, open-source, end-to-end encrypted note-taking app for secure and private digital life management.

Standard Notes is a free and open-source note-taking app built with a focus on privacy, end-to-end encryption, and cross-platform support. It offers a secure, minimalist alternative to tools like Notion, Evernote, and OneNote, making it ideal for users who value data ownership and simplicity.

Key Features:

  • End-to-End Encryption: Protects notes with audited, industry-leading encryption, ensuring only the user can access the data.
  • Cross-Platform Syncing: Seamlessly syncs notes across unlimited devices, including web, desktop, and mobile.
  • Open Source: The code is fully open and independently audited by security researchers.
  • Offline Access: Provides offline access to notes, ensuring availability even without an internet connection.
  • Automated Backups: Secure cloud sync and automated backups prevent data loss.

Use Cases:

  • Secure Note-Taking: Ideal for users needing a secure place to store sensitive information, passwords, and personal journals.
  • Personal Knowledge Base: Suitable for creating and managing a personal knowledge base with markdown and rich text support.
  • Task Management: Can be used for creating to-do lists and managing tasks.
  • Code Snippets: Useful for developers to store and access code snippets securely.
  • Document Storage: Supports secure file storage for important documents and records.

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