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Standard Notes

End-to-end encrypted notes app

A note-taking app that encrypts all notes end to end and syncs them across devices, with extra editors for Markdown, code and spreadsheets. For privacy-conscious note takers.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Notes & Knowledge, Security & Privacy

Standard Notes is an alternative to

Evernote · Apple Notes · OneNote

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Standard Notes	Free plan	Yes	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
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Tuta	Free plan	Yes	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

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Questions

Is Standard Notes free?

Standard Notes is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Standard Notes open source?

Yes, Standard Notes is open source.

What platforms does Standard Notes run on?

Standard Notes is available for Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Standard Notes?

Similar indie products include Notesnook, Joplin, CryptPad, Anytype and 4 more.

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