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Only you can read your private notes. Standard Notes uses end-to-end encryption — your notes are encrypted on your device before being sent to our servers. We do not have the keys to decrypt your data.

Yes. Standard Notes has completed multiple independent security audits by Trail of Bits and Cure53, covering the encryption protocol and client applications. Reports are publicly available.

Standard Notes uses end-to-end encryption with XChaCha20-Poly1305 for data encryption and Argon2id for key derivation. Keys are derived from your password on your device and never leave it.

When you create or edit a note, it's encrypted locally using keys derived from your password via Argon2id. The encrypted data syncs to the server. On other devices, data is downloaded and decrypted locally.

Standard Notes is based in the United States with infrastructure on AWS. We align our data practices with GDPR requirements for all users worldwide.

Your data is always available locally. You can export notes anytime as plaintext or encrypted backups. Our open-source codebase ensures the community can maintain the software independently.

AWS for hosting, Cloudflare for CDN/DDoS protection, Stripe and PayPal for payments, Coinbase Commerce for crypto, GitHub for code, and ProtonMail for email.

Yes, Standard Notes is fully open source. All code — desktop, web, mobile, and server — is available on GitHub at github.com/standardnotes/app.

Minimal info: email for auth, sync metadata (timestamps), and payment info via third-party providers. We don't track usage or read notes. All content is encrypted.

Yes. All data is end-to-end encrypted, making Standard Notes excellent for storing passwords, API keys, recovery codes, and other sensitive credentials.

Private username mode lets you sign up without a real email, using a random identifier instead. This adds anonymity but means you cannot recover your account if you forget your password.

Due to zero-knowledge encryption, we cannot reset your password or recover your data. Your encryption keys derive from your password and we don't store them. Keep your password safe.

Go to Settings → Account → Change Email in the app. You'll need to verify the new email address.

Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account. This permanently deletes your account and all data from our servers. This action is irreversible.

Go to Settings → Account → Change Password. Enter current and new password. This re-encrypts all data with new keys. Keep a stable internet connection during the process.

Try checking caps lock, clearing the app cache, or reinstalling. If you changed your password on another device, use the new password. Contact support if issues persist.

This can happen if 2FA was enabled from another device or session. Check all your devices. If you truly didn't enable it, contact support for assistance.

Yes — especially for privacy. While Evernote has more features like web clipping, Standard Notes provides end-to-end encryption that Evernote lacks. It supports Markdown, rich text, code editing, tasks, and file attachments.

With a paid plan, click the attachment icon in the editor toolbar. Files are encrypted end-to-end before upload. Supports images, documents, PDFs, and more.

Standard Notes focuses on private note-taking. Due to end-to-end encryption, real-time collaboration isn't supported. You can share individual notes via shareable links (creates unencrypted copy).

Yes. All notes are stored locally on your device. Create, edit, and read notes without internet. Changes sync automatically when you reconnect.

Export Evernote notes as .enex files, then go to Settings → Backups → Import in Standard Notes. Your notes and formatting will be preserved where possible.

Export Simplenote data as JSON from Simplenote settings, then import via Settings → Backups → Import in Standard Notes.

Apple Notes doesn't offer direct export. Copy-paste manually or use a third-party tool to export to a compatible format, then import into Standard Notes.

Use Google Takeout to export Keep notes (HTML format), then import via Settings → Backups → Import.

Standard Notes can import plaintext and JSON files. Place your text files in a folder, then use the import feature in Settings → Backups → Import.

You can contribute by submitting pull requests on GitHub (github.com/standardnotes/app), reporting bugs, improving documentation, or helping with translations. Check the CONTRIBUTING.md file in the repo for guidelines.

The best way to support Standard Notes is by subscribing to a paid plan. This funds ongoing development and helps keep the project sustainable. Visit the pricing page for plan options.

Standard Notes supports multiple editor types including plain text, Markdown, rich text (Super editor), code editor, spreadsheet, and more. Switch editors per-note from the editor menu.

Go to Settings → Backups to export encrypted or decrypted backups as JSON. Store safely. Restore via Settings → Backups → Import.

Right-click a note (or use the note menu) and select 'Move to Trash'. To permanently delete, go to Trash and delete from there.

Right-click a tag in the sidebar and select 'Delete'. Notes under that tag won't be deleted, only the tag itself.

Open the note you want to share, click the note options menu (three dots), and select 'Share'. This creates a shareable link with an unencrypted copy. The original note remains encrypted in your account.

Select the Markdown editor as your note type. Full syntax support including headers, bold, italic, links, code blocks, lists, and tables with edit/preview modes.

Duplicate notes can appear after sync conflicts. To remove them, compare the duplicated notes, keep the most recent version, and delete the others via right-click → Move to Trash.

Toggle spellcheck in the editor options menu. Note: enabling spellcheck may use your OS spellcheck service.

Use your browser's or OS print function (Ctrl+P / Cmd+P). In the desktop app, use File → Print or the keyboard shortcut.

Go to the editor selection menu, right-click the editor you want as default, and select 'Set as Default'. All new notes will use this editor type automatically.

Use Ctrl+F (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+F (Mac) to open the in-note search bar. Type your search term to highlight matches within the current note.

With a paid plan, use the attachment feature to add images. In the Super editor, you can also paste or drag-and-drop images directly into notes.

Windows: Use Settings → Apps → Standard Notes → Uninstall. Mac: Drag from Applications to Trash. Linux: Delete the AppImage file.

Use Smart Views to create dynamic filters. Go to the sidebar, click the '+' next to Views, and create a new Smart View with the condition 'not tagged'. You can create views for various criteria.

In the Super editor, type '@' to search for and link to other notes. This creates bidirectional links, allowing you to build a connected knowledge base or personal wiki.

Protecting a note requires your password or biometric authentication to view it, adding an extra layer of security. Locked notes cannot be edited until unlocked. Right-click a note and select 'Protect' to enable.

Clear unused tags, archive old notes, disable unused editors, and reduce the number of notes loaded at once. On mobile, ensure you have enough storage. Regular backups and clean installs can also help.

Not within a single app instance. However, you can use the web app for one account and the desktop app for another. On desktop, you can also run separate instances with different profiles.

Yes. In the Super editor, type '@' followed by the note title to insert a link. Clicking the link opens the referenced note directly. This feature requires the Super editor (paid plan).

Go to Settings → General → Advanced → Install Plugin. Paste the plugin URL and click Install. Plugins extend Standard Notes with custom editors, themes, and features. Only install plugins from trusted sources.

Go to Settings → Subscription to view, upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your plan.

Notes remain accessible and encrypted. You lose premium features (extended editors, file attachments, version history). Data is never deleted when a subscription expires.

Your subscription renews automatically. To extend, simply keep your payment method active. For gift subscriptions or manual extensions, contact [email protected].

Try signing out and back in to refresh your session. If the issue persists, go to Settings → Subscription and click 'Refresh'. You can also clear the app cache or contact support.

Standard Notes offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied within the first 30 days, contact [email protected] for a full refund.

Standard Notes does not rely on frequent sales or discounts. The listed price reflects the true cost of development and infrastructure. Occasional promotions may be offered during special events.

Contact [email protected] with your account email and request an invoice. You can also find payment receipts in your Stripe or PayPal account used for payment.

The Free plan is essentially unlimited — full encryption, unlimited notes and devices, no time limit. Upgrade anytime for premium features.

Occasionally available. Contact [email protected] with your student email to inquire.

Standard Notes has occasionally offered lifetime plans during special promotions. Check the pricing page or blog for current availability.

The Free plan offers unlimited notes, full encryption, and multi-device sync. It covers the core experience. If you need premium features but can't afford them, contact support — accommodations may be available.

Premium Support is available with the Professional plan. It provides priority email support with faster response times and direct assistance from the development team.

Go to Settings → Subscription → Sharing. Enter the email of the account you want to share with. The recipient gains access to your plan's premium features on their account.

Go to Settings → Security → Two-Factor Authentication. Use an authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy), scan the QR code, and save your secret key safely.

Store it in a separate secure location — not in Standard Notes itself. Print it out, write it down, or store in a separate password manager.

Without your 2FA device and secret key, account access cannot be recovered. This is why storing your secret key safely is critical.

Note history is available on paid plans. Go to the note options menu and select 'Note History' or 'Version History' to browse and restore previous versions of any note.

Go to Settings → Backups → Cloud Backups. Connect your Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive account. Daily encrypted backups will be saved automatically to your cloud storage.

Go to Settings → Backups → Email Backups. Enable the feature and your encrypted backup file will be emailed to you daily. This requires a paid subscription.

Yes. Server code is open source on GitHub. Deploy with Docker. See the self-hosting documentation in the repository.

Paid plan subscriptions are tied to the official Standard Notes sync server. Self-hosted servers don't require a subscription — all features are available by default when self-hosting.

Listed (listed.to) is a free blogging platform built by Standard Notes. Write posts in Standard Notes, then publish directly to your Listed blog — all from within the app.

Open Standard Notes, go to Settings → Listed, and click 'Create Account'. Follow the prompts to set up your blog URL and display name.

Write a note in Standard Notes, then open the note options menu and select 'Publish to Blog'. The note becomes a public article on your Listed blog.

Visit your Listed dashboard at listed.to/settings. You can change your blog name, custom domain, bio, and other settings from there.

When publishing a new article in Listed, check the 'Email subscribers' option to notify your readers. Subscribers who signed up via your blog will receive the notification.

Your Listed guestbook is a page where visitors can leave public messages on your blog. It's enabled by default and can be managed from your Listed dashboard.

Go to your Listed dashboard → Settings → Custom CSS. Add your own CSS rules to customize fonts, colors, layout, and other visual elements of your blog.

Add metadata to the top of your note using a special syntax. For custom date: add '---' at the top followed by 'created_at: YYYY-MM-DD'. For canonical URL: add 'canonical: https://your-url'.

Open the article options on your Listed dashboard and toggle the 'Hidden' option. The article will still be accessible via direct link but won't appear in your main blog feed.

Create a note in Standard Notes and publish it to Listed. Then, in your Listed dashboard, mark it as a 'Page' instead of a 'Post'. Pages appear in your blog navigation instead of the feed.