Open Source Standard Notes Alternatives for LinuxFiltered by 'Encrypted Notes'

There are many alternatives to Standard Notes for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best open source Linux alternative is Joplin. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Standard Notes and six of them are open source and available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Linux alternatives to Standard Notes are Notesnook, Trilium Notes, Lockbook and Turtl.

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  1. 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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  2. Joplin icon
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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.

    273 Joplin alternatives

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    • Since 2017

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    • PortableApps.com
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  3. Notesnook icon
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    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.

    424 Notesnook alternatives

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    • Since 2021

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  4. Trilium Notes icon
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    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

    446 Trilium Notes alternatives

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    • Since 2018

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  5. Lockbook icon
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    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.

    122 Lockbook alternatives

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    • Since 2026

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    • Self-Hosted
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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  6. Turtl icon
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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.

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Since 2015

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    • Discontinued

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    • Self-Hosted
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    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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  7. AnkyLock icon
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    AnkyLock is a notes app that works like a scratchpad: every new tab is an Untitled note that saves as you type, with no save dialog. Notes are organized in folders (up to three levels deep) and categories, with All Notes, Archive and a Trash that empties itself after 28 days.

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    • New

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    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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