Granite Alternatives

Granite is described as 'Private document vault for households and solo businesses. Drop in PDFs, scans and photos and it reads each one, names it, files it against more than 110 document types, and lets you find anything years later by asking in plain English, with the source page shown as' and is an app in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Granite for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, Web-based, Android, Mac and Windows apps. The best Granite alternative is Obsidian, which is free. Other great apps like Granite are Nextcloud, Dropbox, Joplin and Syncthing.

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  1. PrivacyNotes icon
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    PrivacyNotes

    Workspace with end-to-end encryption, zero-knowledge security, rich notes, private journal, encrypted file storage, password management, cross-platform browser access, open-source cryptography, optional Pro features, and no recurring subscription fees.

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    Obsidian

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    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.

    342 Obsidian alternatives

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    • Microsoft Edge
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    • Safari
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  3. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1245 likes

    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    182 Nextcloud alternatives

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    Dropbox

     5580 likes

    Synchronize and access files across multiple devices with secure cloud storage. Features include 2GB free storage, two-factor authentication, selective sync, offline access, shared folders, and built-in viewer, supporting various platforms and languages.

    333 Dropbox alternatives

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    Sync.com

    Offers cloud file storage with end-to-end encryption, automated backup, and multi-device sync. Includes zero-knowledge privacy, password-protected sharing, permissions, and collaboration features. Large file support, offline acce...

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    Joplin

     944 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.

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    • Snapcraft
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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    • Cloudron
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    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Syncthing icon

    Syncthing

     922 likes

    Open-source, peer-to-peer service offering encrypted file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage or central servers, suitable for various uses.

    138 Syncthing alternatives

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  10. Google Drive icon

    Google Drive

     2455 likes

    A file storage and synchronization service integrated with Google Docs suite, enabling seamless collaboration across devices. Offers scalable storage, real-time updates, offline access, and extensive sharing options across Mac, PC, and mobiles.

    273 Google Drive alternatives

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  11. Logseq icon

    Logseq

     357 likes

    Local-first, privacy-focused notebook supporting Markdown and Emacs Org mode. Offers offline use, encrypted backups, plugin extensibility, LaTeX support, real-time collaboration, and hierarchical organization for personal knowledge management.

    257 Logseq alternatives

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  12. Anytype icon

    Anytype

     312 likes

    Manage notes, tasks, and projects offline with Markdown support. Enjoy encrypted storage, P2P syncing, and powerful dynamic collections across all devices, while allowing redistribution and modification for non-commercial uses.

    236 Anytype alternatives

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    • Source Available

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    Movie Database
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  13. MEGA icon

    MEGA

     945 likes

    This cloud-storage service offers end-to-end encryption, selective synchronization, and shared folders without ads. Supports offline access, two-factor authentication, encrypted backup, a command-line interface, and dark mode for comfortable use.

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  14. Notesnook icon

    Notesnook

     221 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.

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  15. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

     709 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.

    216 Standard Notes alternatives

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    Plain text note on free version.
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  16. Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

     851 likes

    Google Keep is a multifunctional tool that merges note-taking with browsing, allowing capture of thoughts, checklists, or voice notes, with cross-device synchronization. Features include color-coded notes, voice transcription, geo-fencing, collaboration, cloud storage, and seamless Google integration.

    174 Google Keep alternatives

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