stdnotes is a distraction-free note-taking app that works entirely offline — no account needed. Rich text, Markdown, and canvas editors in one place. Cloud sync optional, always under your control.
No sign-up required. Notes live in your browser until you choose to sync.
You just want to write. But first: create an account, pick a plan, wait for sync, wonder where your data lives.
Every app demands sign-up before you write a single word. Your first thought shouldn't be an email and password.
Airplane mode, spotty Wi-Fi, corporate proxy — the moment the network drops, your productivity stops.
Proprietary formats that trap your notes. Export tools that produce garbled output. Sudden pricing changes you can't escape.
Collaboration tools you don't need, AI you didn't ask for, dashboards that clutter instead of clarify. You just want to write.
Carefully chosen features that cover every note-taking scenario — from quick thoughts to structured knowledge bases.
Powered by TipTap. Write naturally with keyboard shortcuts, or use the toolbar for formatting, tables, and media.
Powered by CodeMirror 6. Full GFM support with syntax highlighting and a live rendered preview.
Full Excalidraw canvas for visual thinkers. Diagrams, flowcharts, freehand sketches — export as PNG, SVG, or native file.
Link notes together with [[Note Title]] syntax. Explore connections in an interactive force-directed graph.
Share any note as a read-only public link. Set custom vanity slugs, optional expiry dates, and toggle sharing any time.
Automatic snapshots capture important edits. Browse, preview, and restore up to 20 previous versions per note.
Color-coded folders with drag-and-drop. Pin important notes to the top. Full-text search across everything — instantly.
Export individual notes or your entire workspace. Open formats only — Markdown and HTML — so you're never locked in.
Full-screen distraction-free mode hides everything except your note. Toggle with a shortcut, write without interruption.
Switch between note types per note, not per app. Mix rich text for prose, Markdown for drafts, and canvas for diagrams — all in one place.
Last edited 3 minutes ago • Folder: Engineering
We evaluated three approaches for the offline storage layer. After prototyping all three, we settled on IndexedDB with a lightweight wrapper.
The key constraint: content must survive browser refreshes, support compression, and work without any server round-trip.
Decision: Use IndexedDB via idb library + lz-string compression for all note content. Provides ~65% size reduction on typical rich-text notes.
Canvas notes support freehand drawing, shapes, arrows, and text labels. Export as PNG, SVG, or .excalidraw.
Start writing immediately. No account, no setup, no waiting. Your notes live in your browser until you decide to sync.
Open the app and write. No email, no password, no onboarding wizard. Your first note is one keystroke away.
Notes are stored in your browser's IndexedDB, compressed with lz-string for ~65% smaller footprint. Works on any device, any network.
Sign in with Google to unlock cloud sync. Notes stream in real time across your devices via WebSocket connections to Firestore.
Offline notes are never deleted. After signing in, use the Import Local Notes command to move them into your cloud workspace at any time.
Simple, fast organization tools that stay out of your way — and a knowledge graph when you need to see the big picture.
Drag notes into folders. Choose from an 18-color palette. Reorder folders by drag-and-drop. Right-click for quick actions.
Pin your most-used notes to the top of any folder. They stay there regardless of sort order.
Search note titles and content instantly. Sort results by last updated, created, or alphabetical.
Type [[Note Title]] to link notes. View all connections in an interactive force-directed graph at /graph.
Ctrl+N new rich text note, Ctrl+K command palette, Ctrl+B toggle sidebar. Full shortcut cheat sheet in-app.
Flat, dark-by-default design. System preference detection or manual toggle. No rounded corners — clean and minimal.
Every feature — offline notes, cloud sync, all three editors, wiki-links, version history, sharing — is free. No plans, no paywalls.
No experimental frameworks, no magic. Proven tools chosen for reliability, performance, and longevity.
No account needed. Open the app and start writing right now.
Works in any modern browser • No install required • Open-format exports