SEES Alternatives

Apps similar to SEES include Obsidian, which has a free version. Other options are Joplin, Anytype, Logseq and Notion. Note-taking Tools like SEES are a crowded field, with more than 50 alternatives for Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iPhone.

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  1. PrivacyNotes icon
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     48 likes

    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.

    73 PrivacyNotes alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPad
    • Obtainium
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Android Tablet
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  2. HelixNotes icon
     33 likes

    HelixNotes is a local markdown note-taking app built with Rust, Tauri 2.0, and SvelteKit. Your notes are standard .md files on your filesystem - sync with whatever you want or nothing at all.

    181 HelixNotes alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Android
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  3. Trilium Notes icon
     129 likes

    The original trilium is transfered to this repo by its owner and the app continues to develop here as stated here: https://github.com/TriliumNext/Trilium

    443 Trilium Notes alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  4. Docmost icon
     53 likes

    Open-source wiki and documentation solution offering real-time collaborative editing, robust permissions, group management, spaces for organizing content, inline commenting, full-page history, advanced full-text search, nested pages, attachments, and flexible storage.

    163 Docmost alternatives

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Docker
    • Cloudron
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  5. Opensidian icon
     24 likes

    Open-source and non-profit under GPLv3, vault-compatible cross-platform markdown notes app. It's based on Rust + Tauri v2 and under heavy development. We're looking for Linux distribution maintainers. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Obsidian or Dynalist Inc.

    53 Opensidian alternatives

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    • Linux
    • AppImage
    • Flatpak
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  6. Deta Surf icon
     38 likes

    Workspace fusing browsing, file management, and AI with local-first data; offers note-taking, applet creation, offline media storage, YouTube and PDF interaction, customizable AI-powered notes, citation tools, split views, sidebar navigation, and privacy features.

    116 Deta Surf alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  7. Cryptee icon
     115 likes

    Encrypted, privacy-focused digital storage with zero-knowledge architecture supporting document editing, notes, journals, and photo storage with raw DSLR support, live sync, markdown, code, LaTeX, to-dos, audio, tables, EPUB, PDF, and cross-platform access.

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  8. Blinko icon
     33 likes

    Open-source note-taking tool offering AI-enhanced retrieval with RAG technology, secure self-hosted data storage, Markdown support, and transparent community collaboration on GitHub for efficient, private, and effortless note management.

    129 Blinko alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Online
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  9. Lockbook icon
     26 likes

    Provides end-to-end encrypted note-taking, file storage, and sketching with syncing across platforms, zero data collection, no personal info or passwords required, open-source code for transparency, and optional premium storage, all via native and CLI tools.

    117 Lockbook alternatives

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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. NeverWrite icon
     23 likes

    NeverWrite is a local-first knowledge workspace for people who need to handle workflows with multiple parallel agents and subagents. Built like a code editor, but for markdown. It has inline review changes, like Cursor and others.

    87 NeverWrite alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  11. Trudido icon
     20 likes

    Offline in-device task manager and note app featuring smart creation, advanced organization, calendar and list views, Markdown notes, secure SHA-256 encryption, Material You theming, multiple color themes, no tracking or ads, and import/export for total ownership.

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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