Standard Notes

A safe place for your notes, thoughts, and life's work.

Note taking

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About Standard Notes

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Key features

End-to-End Encryption

Standard Notes ensures that all your data is encrypted before it leaves your device. This means only you have access to your notes, offering a high level of security and privacy.

Cross-Platform Support

Standard Notes is available on multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. This ensures that you can access your notes from virtually any device.

Open Source

The source code for Standard Notes is publicly available, which means it can be audited by anyone for security and reliability. This transparency builds trust within the community.

Extended Features via Subscription

While the basic version is free, subscribing to Standard Notes unlocks extended features such as editors, encrypted file storage, and automatic backups.

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