BrowserNotes

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Local-first notes in your browser

Updated Jul 18, 2026

Your notes live in this browser, not on our servers. Capture, organize, and export without creating an account.

Notes that stay on your device

Most note apps start with a signup form. Browser Notes starts with a blank page. Text notes, sticky boards, and mind maps are stored locally in your browser using IndexedDB — so your thoughts never need a Browser Notes account to exist.

That design is intentional: fewer moving parts, less trust required, and a product that still works when you are offline or between Wi‑Fi networks.

Three ways to think

Capture is not one-size-fits-all. Browser Notes gives you three modes in one app so you can match the tool to the moment.

  • Text notes for polished writing, checklists, and markdown
  • Sticky boards for messy spatial thinking and clustering
  • Mind maps for branching ideas, study outlines, and planning

You still control durability

Local-first does not mean locked-in. Download a JSON backup of your whole workspace, export notes to Markdown or Obsidian, or copy a size-limited share link when you want a snapshot elsewhere.

Your browser is the source of truth. Exports and share links are copies you choose to create — not silent sync to a vendor cloud.

Frequently asked questions

What does local-first mean in Browser Notes?
Local-first means your notes, sticky boards, and mind maps are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) as the source of truth. You do not need a Browser Notes cloud account for your content to exist.
Are my notes uploaded to Browser Notes servers?
No. We do not operate a cloud service that stores your note content for sync. Optional website analytics are separate from your notes; see the Privacy Policy.
How do I keep notes safe if I switch devices?
Download a JSON backup of your workspace, or export text notes to Markdown or Obsidian. Import the backup on another browser when you are ready.
Can I still share or export if everything is local?
Yes. Sharing and export are explicit actions: copy a share-link snapshot, download Markdown/PDF/Obsidian files, or save a full JSON backup. The default remains private and local.

Try it in Browser Notes

Free, local-first — no account required.

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Related features

  • JSON backup import & exportOne JSON file for your whole workspace — text notes, sticky boards, and mind maps.
  • Export to ObsidianTake notes into Obsidian as self-contained Markdown — one file, a ZIP vault, or a folder export.
  • Share links (no server)Copy a share link that packs a note snapshot into the URL. Opens as a new local note for the recipient — no Backend required.