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Beaver Notes

Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

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Cost / License

  • Free
  • Open Source (MIT)

Application type

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Android  The phone application is still under heavy development. Not everything works.
  • iPhone  The phone application is still under heavy development. Not everything works.
  • Android Tablet  The phone application is still under heavy development. Not everything works.
  • iPad  The phone application is still under heavy development. Not everything works.
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Features

Properties

  1.  Privacy focused
  2.  Distraction-free
  3.  Lightweight
  4.  Support for Themes

Features

  1.  Ad-free
  2.  File Tagging
  3.  Support for MarkDown
  4.  No registration required
  5.  Tag based
  6.  No Tracking
  7.  Dark Mode
  8.  Syntax Highlighting
  9. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX
  10.  Works Offline
  11.  WYSIWYG Support
  12.  Cloud Sync
  13.  Full-Text Search
  14.  Hierarchical Structure
  15.  Spell Checking
  16.  No Coding Required
  17.  Support for @mentions
  18.  Handwritten Notes
  19.  Portable
  20.  Note organization
  21.  Focus Mode
  22.  Export to PDF
  23.  Folders
  24.  Audio Recording
  25.  Built-in themes
  26.  Data export/import

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    Beaver Notes is very streamlined, doesn't hid any features behind paywalls. I find it is very natural to interact with Beaver. I am bothered by the fact there is no way to import notes that aren't from other markdown based notes software...However, it was easy enough for me to copy and paste information into Beaver, getting my note database set-up properly. There was basically no other friction that I experienced in that task. Very much appreciated this smoothness. It's a capable notes app that...

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Comments and Reviews

   
Top Positive Comment
David Busto Zoni
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Director at Alfabeta Digital

It works, it is open source and it runs in both windows and linux

AbyssalThatRatesAppsTho
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Beaver Notes is very streamlined, doesn't hid any features behind paywalls. I find it is very natural to interact with Beaver. I am bothered by the fact there is no way to import notes that aren't from other markdown based notes software...However, it was easy enough for me to copy and paste information into Beaver, getting my note database set-up properly. There was basically no other friction that I experienced in that task. Very much appreciated this smoothness. It's a capable notes app that has supplanted Standard Notes as my new favorite!

buggyyyy
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it does everything i need it to do! i’ve tried multiple apps and i always come back to this one. clean, simple design without lots of unnecessary features or AI slop i didn’t ask for. i am looking forward to the mobile app!

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Indiana Lake
0

Cute and modern design note app that does everything that I want better than MS Word and Google Docs combined. Distraction-free environment, great for writing and archiving multiple series. Allow folder categorization and quick renaming, i.e., just click and name or rename, no right–click or double–click. Allows you to change the font for the entire note app (+supports variable fonts such as Roboto Flex). Looks simple but is actually powerful, convenient, and surprisingly lightweight. Highly recommended.

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what note taking app should be, open source, cross platform, and respects your privacy

0

The best note taking app for desktop !

Peter S.
1

It has a "modern UI". Looks simplistic. Does not have a tree. Supports images. Imports videos with links. Has easy formatting as code or quotations. Can be useful for someone studying whatever needs many images, much code, quotations.

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What is Beaver Notes?

Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

Privacy First:

Beaver Notes has been built on the principle of privacy. This means that your ideas, projects, and thoughts are exclusively saved on your personal computer, giving you, the user, full control over your data.

Offline Access:

Take notes on the go, even without an internet connection. Beaver Notes allows you to access and edit your notes offline, ensuring you stay productive wherever you are.

Elevate Your Productivity:

Discover the power of a versatile Markdown editor, enabling you to effortlessly format your notes, unlock creative potential, and focus on what truly matters—your ideas. Simplify your note-taking with our intuitive Markdown support.

Your Gateway to Organized Brilliance!

Capture ideas, manage projects, and ignite your creativity with Beaver Notes. From personal notes to powerful project management, our intuitive app empowers you to organize and explore your brilliance effortlessly.

Seamless Note Linking

Effortlessly connect your ideas using the unique @@ syntax. The menu pops up, and with a simple click, you link related notes, creating a web of interconnected thoughts.

Command Prompt Magic

Unleash the full potential of Beaver Notes with the command prompt. Search, create, and manage notes, open settings, and switch themes effortlessly. Elevate your productivity and simplify your workflow with ease.

Experience Focus Mode

Unleash your creativity and achieve productivity nirvana. Stay immersed in your work, free from distractions, and streamline your note-taking process with ease. Let Beaver Notes elevate your productivity to new heights.

Powerful Tags

Organize your notes with ease using Beaver Notes' robust tagging system. Group your thoughts and ideas with quick searches. Stay focused and in control of your information.

Share and Export as PDF

Collaborate and Share Your Ideas with Ease. Export Your Notes as PDFs and Seamlessly Share with Colleagues, Friends, or Family. Embrace Seamless Collaboration and Boost Productivity. Experience the Power of Teamwork and Achieve More Together.

Export, Import, Simplify

Harness the Power of Data Flexibility with Beaver Notes. Seamlessly Export or Import Your Notes and Media, Ensuring Full Access to Your Valuable Information. Simplify Data Management and Secure Your Notes Effortlessly. Empower Your Productivity Today.

Search and Navigate Effortlessly

Stay organized and never lose track of your notes with the Headings Tree feature. Effortlessly navigate to the information you need. Keep your ideas structured and easily accessible.

Sync Across Devices

Beaver Notes enables you to sync your notes easily. Just select a path from a trusted cloud provider, syncing service, or even your own home server. Then click the import and export buttons in the Sidebar whenever you need to sync your notes. Syncing your notes is as simple and private as that.

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  •  19 Open Issues
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