Etherpad
Real-time collaborative text editor you can self-host with plugins and exports.
Why it is included
Simple operational model, long maintenance history, and a classic choice for meetings and classrooms.
Best for
Live agendas, teaching, and lightweight co-authoring without a full suite.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
Collaborative pad alternative to Google Docs (lightweight slice) and Confluence simultaneous editing for quick notes.
Strengths
- Low ceremony
- Plugins
- Self-host friendly
Limitations
- Not a structured document suite
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CryptPad · HedgeDoc
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