flatnotes

The premium Open Source alternative to Obsidian

🎯 Best for:Minimalists who want a web interface for markdown files.

What is flatnotes?

A self-hosted web application that replaces Obsidian Sync for managing Markdown files. It provides a search-centric interface that operates directly on a flat folder structure without a database.

Tech Stack
VueKnowledge Base & Wiki

Why flatnotes?

  • Database-less architecture
  • Fast search
  • Mobile responsive

Limitations

  • No folder hierarchy
  • Limited formatting
  • No multi-user roles
3/6/2026
Last Update
165
Forks
112
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Obsidian)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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