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Anytype

Local-first notes and databases, encrypted by default.

Free planiPhoneAndroidMacWindowsLinux

Our verdict

A privacy-first alternative to Notion. Your data lives on your devices and syncs encrypted. Still maturing, but promising.

Good

End-to-end encrypted
Works offline
Objects and databases like Notion

Not so good

Younger app, rough edges
Smaller community

Best for

people who want it freeworking offlineprivacyevery device

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