Self-Hosted Simplenote Alternatives

Simplenote is not available as a self-hosted solution but there are plenty of alternatives for power users and business that want to host a solution on-premise. The best Self-Hosted alternative is Joplin, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Simplenote and 12 are available as a self-hosted solution so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Self-Hosted alternatives to Simplenote are Standard Notes, Logseq, Turtl and Blinko.

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Simplenote 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 Self-Hosted. 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 Simplenote.
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  1. Joplin icon

    Joplin

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    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.

    103 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Online
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    Top Positive Comment
    ElectricFeelz
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    Joplin would be perfect for me if it'd had a web version. But it is still amazing!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    ikjadoon
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    Unfortunately, Joplin still does not support Apple Silicon (M1/M2) natively. You're forced to install Rosetta 2. :(

    shikuz
    Positive
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    Joplin is simple, and it's great place for your notes. I get to have all my notes, on every device, anywhere, always securely synced via any service I choose. there are very few mature, free and open source note-taking solutions that offer all of that flexibility. But Simplenote is great too. :)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Joplin is a great Simplenote alternative.

    • Joplin is the most popular Web-based & Self-Hosted alternative to Simplenote.

    • Joplin is the most popular Open Source alternative to Simplenote.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceSimplenote is Free and Open Source
    • Joplin is Privacy focusedSimplenote is not according to our users
  2. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

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    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.

    112 Standard Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
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    yagamilighto
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    Unlimited data storage, strong encryption available passcode for entering the app.

    Bigshoes
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    Encrypted, open source, privacy focused, and powerful editors.

    Guest
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    Encrypted. Open-source. Users in mind.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Standard Notes is a great Simplenote alternative.

    • Standard Notes is Freemium and Open SourceSimplenote is Free and Open Source
    • Standard Notes is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableSimplenote is not according to our users
  4. Logseq icon

    Logseq

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    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.

    158 Logseq alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
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    dan-kolom26
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    Free, powerful, always have actual plain-text notes

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    • Logseq is Free and Open SourceSimplenote is also Free and Open Source
    • Logseq is Privacy focused and CustomizableSimplenote is not according to our users
  5. Turtl icon

    Turtl

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    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.

    185 Turtl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Blinko

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    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.

    74 Blinko alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  7. Mimiri Notes icon

    Mimiri Notes

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    Secure device-synced notepad using AES-GCM-256 encryption to protect confidential data. Features include a tree-structure for note organization, historical changes tracking, and collaboration options. Supports all major platforms with cloud sync and offline access.

    73 Mimiri Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  9. Silverbullet icon

    Silverbullet

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    Silver Bullet is an extensible, open source, personal knowledge management system. Indeed, that’s fancy talk for “a note-taking app with links.” However, Silver Bullet goes a bit beyond just that.

    62 Silverbullet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. Memory icon

    Memory

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    Self-hosted and open source note-taking app focused on minimalism and efficiency. Offers simple folder organization, keyboard shortcuts, instant URL formatting, and local media storage under /notes, reducing complexity in organizing thoughts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  11. Many Notes icon

    Many Notes

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    Many Notes is a markdown note-taking app designed for simplicity! Easily create or import your vaults and organize your thoughts right away.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  12. Notemod icon

    Notemod

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    At Notemod, we believe that taking notes should be simple, powerful, and accessible to everyone. Whether you're a student, professional, or creative thinker, Notemod is designed to streamline your note-taking experience with a modern touch.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  13. NoteDiscovery icon

    NoteDiscovery

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    NoteDiscovery is a lightweight, self-hosted note-taking application that puts you in complete control of your knowledge base. Write, organize, and discover your notes with a beautiful, modern interface—all running on your own server.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
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  14. Lithic PKMS icon

    Lithic PKMS

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    Lithic is a bespoke Personal Knowledge Management System (PKMS) built on the powerful TiddlyWiki engine, re-engineered for a modern academic and engineering workflow. It bridges the gap between the database flexibility of TiddlyWiki and the rapid, outlining experience of Logseq.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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