A desktop-based alternative to Evernote that stores notes as plain-text files for maximum portability. It features deep integration with Nextcloud for server-side versioning, trash recovery, and mobile syncing.
Tech Stack
C++Knowledge Base & Wiki
Why QOwnNotes?
• Extremely lightweight
• Vim/Emacs mode support
• Encryption support
Limitations
• Legacy UI design
• No native mobile app
• Steep configuration
3/5/2026
Last Update
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Forks
140
Issues
GPL-2.0
License
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