joplin

What it does

Keeps large numbers of notes organised into notebooks, all stored as Markdown and fully searchable, taggable and editable either in the app or in your own text editor. Notes exported from Evernote can be imported with formatting, attachments and metadata intact, which is why it is a common destination for people leaving hosted note services. Desktop and mobile apps are available; syncing between devices is something you configure yourself.

Summary based on the project's own description. The Japanese page has a fuller beginner guide: setup difficulty, what to prepare, and a step-by-step start.

Screenshots & visuals

Before you start

• Setup difficultyEasy to start
• Command lineNot required
• API keyNot required
• Sends data onlineYes

Judged automatically from the project's own metadata. Always confirm on the official page.

joplin FAQ

Is joplin free?

Yes. It runs on your own machine, so there is no usage-based cost either.

Do I need to install anything or write code to use joplin?

You install it like a normal desktop app. No command line involved.

Does joplin work on a phone?

No. It needs a computer.

Can I use joplin commercially?

The project does not state a clear licence, so commercial use cannot be confirmed here. Check the official page or ask the author before using it at work.

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