Joplin
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Free open-source note-taking app with markdown support and end-to-end encryption.
Overview
Joplin is the best open-source note-taking app for privacy-conscious users, offering end-to-end encryption and flexible self-hosted sync, though its interface lacks the polish of commercial alternatives.
Pros
- +Open source with strong privacy focus
- +Excellent Markdown support and editor
- +Cross-platform with flexible sync options
Cons
- -UI is less polished than Notion or Obsidian
- -Mobile apps lag behind desktop experience
- -Sync setup can be technical for self-hosted options
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