Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
- Online
- Self-Hosted
Germany
EU




Apps similar to Docspell include Zim, which is free and open source. Other options are CherryTree, Trilium Notes, TagSpaces and Papra. There's no shortage of Note-taking Tools like Docspell, with more than 100 alternatives for Windows, Mac, Linux, the web and Android.




The Guide is a two-pane outliner - a program that allows you to arrange text notes in a tree-like structure. It supports formatted text, exporting to RTF and hyperlinks (both internal and external).

Tags allows you to manage your files in a way far superior to folders. Work faster, and be more efficient.

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VSNotes is a Visual Studio Code extension.
VS Notes is a simple tool that takes care of the creation and management of plain text notes and harnesses the power of VS Code via the Command Palette.


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An android app for writing and storing AES-128 encrypted notes. Supports notes, checklists and even spreadsheets. It is the only app in play store offering multiple security options like password protection, pattern lock and pin lock.



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