Google Keep Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Google Keep for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Keep and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Google Keep are Joplin, Standard Notes, Simplenote and Notesnook.

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Google Keep alternatives are mainly Note-taking Tools, but if you're looking for Todo List Managers or Task Management Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include EU, Open Source, Privacy focused, Free + Privacy focused, Free, Linux and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Google Keep.
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  1. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1107 likes

    Privacy-oriented note-taking app for non-linear thinking, blending knowledge graph creation with wiki-style linking. Supports Markdown, end-to-end encryption, and plugins for customization. Offers distraction-free mode, tags, themes, syntax highlighting, and operates offline without tracking.

    201 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • AppImage
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    Obsidian vs Google Keep Comments
    zlelmefs
    1

    Obsidian seems great, but one important caveat. Google Keep is free and uses Google's cloud service to sync between devices as a matter of course... but Obsidian ties sync into their backup/cloud service which is $8/month. So you're going to probably be using Google's cloud to sync anyway... And if you want privacy you'll also have to set up something like cryptomator and... it's a lot less attractive for multi-device users- i.e. everyone

    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Obsidian is Privacy focusedGoogle Keep is not according to our users
  2. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     888 likes

    Open source app for managing notes and to-dos with Markdown support. Syncs seamlessly across devices using services like Dropbox and OneDrive. Offers end-to-end encrypted synchronicity, offline access, rich import/export options, and a Web Clipper for browsers.

    121 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Joplin vs Google Keep Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Tommi
    3

    It offers everything that Google Keeps offer, without any cost in terms of privacy and ads targeting

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    1

    It's more like Evernote than Google Keep

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Achim Knopp
    Positive
    0

    I have to say, within just a few days, this has proven to be a very professional alternative to note-taking apps, websites, and programming tools. Keep simply can't do that, which is why I switched. However, there's an issue with the Android version: it doesn't work reliably with WebDAV. That definitely needs improvement!

    3 of 7 comments
    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Joplin is Privacy focused and MinimalisticGoogle Keep is not according to our users
  4. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

     692 likes

    Secure note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, unlimited syncing across all platforms, offline access, detailed organization through tags, strong passcode and biometric protections, and premium features like encrypted files, themes, web clipper, super note types, and hardware key support.

    137 Standard Notes alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
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    Standard Notes vs Google Keep Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    3SDDd8g3
    -1

    SN is privacy focused and has a long-term vision

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    BarnMTB
    1

    Standard Notes is like a notebook. You write things down and organize them with robust feature. Unlike Google Keep where you just post some sticky notes, usually shorter & less detailed info, onto one big board with basic tagging & barebones organization.

    KeenFlosser
    Positive
    0

    Having tried other popular "alternative" note keeping apps, Standard Notes stands out with its simplicity. Fast to get into, easy to use. Great for quick notekeeping cross-device.

    3 of 6 comments
    • Standard Notes is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Standard Notes is Privacy focused, Minimalistic, Security-focused and CustomizableGoogle Keep is not according to our users
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  6. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     604 likes

    Made by the company behind WordPress, Simplenote enables users to take notes, lists, and ideas. These notes are stored on the cloud and are accessible across multiple devices.

    128 Simplenote alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Simplenote vs Google Keep Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Kelson V
    1

    A lot, well, simpler than Keep, plus it has cross-platform desktop apps to go along with the web and mobile apps. And if you trust Automattic more than you trust Google, that's a plus as well.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    7

    Does not support pictures.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Even simpler than Keep, WAY less laggy when you have a lot of notes though, better on desktop than Keep is, very easy to switch to

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Simplenote is MinimalisticGoogle Keep is not according to our users
  7. Notesnook icon

    Notesnook

     183 likes

    Offers open-source, end-to-end encrypted notes with device-based privacy, cross-platform support, private vault, secure sync, offline access, markdown editor, exports to multiple formats, automatic backups, organizational tools, and strong encryption.

    318 Notesnook alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
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    Notesnook vs Google Keep Comments
    Achim Knopp
    Positive
    0

    I have to say, it's high quality and still not very well known. It's like Joplin! Unfortunately, it's in English though.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Notesnook is Privacy focusedGoogle Keep is not according to our users
  8. Turtl icon

    Turtl

     179 likes

    Whether it's bookmarks or passwords, files or shopping lists...Turtl organizes it all and makes it easy to find later. Sync across your devices. Leave nothing behind.

    193 Turtl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Turtl vs Google Keep Comments
    John Fastman
    Positive
    1

    Google Keep invades your privacy; it's one of Google's ways of harvesting your private data: you are the product. The answer is to use encrypted, trustworthy, open source apps. Turtl is such a project. Recent development has been slow, but it's the most similar (to Keep) end-to-end encrypted note-taking app. Protect your privacy!

    Guest
    Negative
    4

    turtl has no web client access event though it's build upon npm/electron.. also has no android widget like google keep

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    This is a great safe note-taking app for quick transfer notes. There could be more features added but when I want to safely organize notes on one of my phones to be transferred to other phones or other pcs, or vice versa, this works. It only comes with 50MB storage but if it is just quick notes being stored, that is more than enough space. I only use the free version though. They would have to add a lot more features to make the program worth paying for.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Turtl is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Keep is Free and Proprietary
    • Turtl is Privacy focusedGoogle Keep is not according to our users
  10. Todoist icon

    Todoist

     437 likes

    Organizes tasks efficiently with quick add scheduling, 60+ tool integrations, advanced language recognition for recurring tasks, and platform compatibility. It offers project templates, visual task priorities, and personalized productivity insights.

    193 Todoist alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Microsoft Outlook
    • Android Wear
    • Safari
    • Gmail
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  11. Workflowy icon

    Workflowy

     315 likes

    Offers limitless nested lists for outlining, instant sync on web and mobile, real-time collaboration, file and photo uploads, kanban boards, tagging, offline editing, hoisting for branch focus, content sharing, text highlighting, and Dropbox auto-backup.

    365 Workflowy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. Beaver Notes icon

    Beaver Notes

     61 likes

    Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
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  13. Reor icon

    Reor

     33 likes

    Reor is an AI-powered desktop note-taking app: it automatically links related ideas, answers questions on your notes and provides semantic search. Everything is stored locally and you can edit your notes with an Obsidian-like markdown editor.

    116 Reor alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  14. Notebook PEA icon

    Notebook PEA

     22 likes

    Protects your private notes with a password. Notebook PEA is a self-decrypting archive, that will never store unencrypted text on your disk.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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