A free, open-source, and completely encrypted notes app. Standard Notes helps you write and organize your life's work with peace of mind. Available for download on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Every note, tag, and file you create is encrypted on your device before syncing. Standard Notes uses XChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption and Argon2id key derivation — the same class of algorithms trusted by security professionals worldwide. No one can read your notes, not even us.
Your encryption keys are derived from your password and never leave your device. We cannot access your data, even if legally compelled.
Add an extra layer of security with TOTP-based 2FA using Google Authenticator, Authy, or hardware security keys.
Lock the app with a passcode, fingerprint, or Face ID on mobile. Prevent unauthorized access even on shared devices.
Fully open-source on GitHub. Independently audited by Trail of Bits and Cure53. Transparency you can verify yourself.
Standard Notes offers multiple editor types for every use case — from quick plain text notes to structured documents and code.
Rich text with slash commands, embedded files, checklists, tables, collapsible blocks, and more. A modern writing experience.
Full Markdown syntax with live preview. Headers, bold, links, code blocks, tables — write with speed and precision.
Syntax highlighting for 100+ languages, line numbers, and monospace fonts. Ideal for developers and technical writers.
Simple, fast, distraction-free. The default editor is perfect for quick notes and captures. Zero overhead.
Organize data in rows and columns directly within Standard Notes. Lightweight spreadsheet for quick tables and lists.
Create checklists and task lists. Track todos and manage projects with a clean, focused interface.
Download Standard Notes on every device you use. Your notes sync automatically across all platforms with end-to-end encryption preserved on every device.
Download Standard Notes for Windows 10/11, macOS, and Linux. Native desktop experience with offline access and system tray support.
Available on the App Store, Google Play, and F-Droid. Full encryption, biometric lock, and instant sync on your phone and tablet.
Access your notes from any browser at app.standardnotes.com. No installation required. Same encryption, same experience.
All notes are stored locally on your device. Read, edit, and create notes without internet. Changes sync when you reconnect.
Keep your notes organized with powerful tools that scale from a few notes to thousands.
Organize notes with unlimited tags and nested tag hierarchies. Create a structure that works for you.
Instantly search across all your notes. Find anything with powerful full-text search that works offline.
Attach images, documents, and files to notes — all encrypted end-to-end. Up to 100GB storage on Professional plan.
Browse and restore previous versions of any note. Never lose important changes with automatic version tracking.
Link notes to each other to build a personal wiki or knowledge base. Use @mentions in the Super editor to create connections.
Pin important notes to the top. Create Smart Views to filter notes dynamically by tags, dates, and other criteria.
Schedule encrypted backups to Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive. Your data, your cloud, your rules.
Receive your encrypted backup via email every day. An extra safety net for your data.
Export all notes as plaintext or encrypted JSON. Your data is always portable and never locked in.
Run your own Standard Notes server with Docker. Full control over your data and infrastructure. Open-source server code.
Switch between light and dark themes, or install custom themes. Personalize the look and feel of your workspace.
Extend Standard Notes with third-party plugins for custom editors, themes, and actions. Build your own plugins with the open API.
Publish notes directly as blog posts on Listed (listed.to). A free blogging platform integrated into Standard Notes.
Import notes from Evernote, Simplenote, Google Keep, Apple Notes, and plain text files. Easy migration to Standard Notes.
Standard Notes is the best free encrypted notes app for PC, Mac, and mobile. Download the Standard Notes desktop app for Windows 10/11, macOS, or Linux and start taking secure notes today. Available on all platforms with automatic cross-device sync.
Download Standard Notes for FreeStandard Notes is trusted by journalists, lawyers, developers, and privacy-conscious users worldwide. Unlike other note-taking apps, Standard Notes provides true end-to-end encryption by default — not as an add-on or premium feature. The free plan includes unlimited notes, unlimited devices, and full encryption. No ads, no tracking, no data mining.
Looking to download Standard Notes for your PC? The Standard Notes desktop app is available for Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), and all major Linux distributions (AppImage, .deb, .rpm, Snap). You can also download Standard Notes from the Mac App Store, iOS App Store, Google Play Store, and F-Droid.
Standard Notes is open source and independently audited, so you can verify the security claims yourself. Whether you need a simple encrypted notepad or a full-featured knowledge management tool, Standard Notes adapts to your workflow.