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Obsidian

Local-first Markdown notes and knowledge base

Local-first Markdown note-taking app with backlinks and graph view.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Notes & Knowledge

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Obsidian	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
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SiYuan	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted
AFFiNE	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted
SilverBullet	Free	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Capacities	Free plan	–	–	Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android
Recall	Free plan	–	–	Web, Browser extension, iOS, Android

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Questions

Is Obsidian free?

Obsidian is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does Obsidian run on?

Obsidian is available for Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Obsidian?

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