Simplenote

Simplenote for Web, Windows, and Linux

Why it is included

Simplenote is an easy way to keep notes, lists, ideas, and more. Keep notes on the web, your mobile device, and your computer. Find notes quickly with instant searching and simple tags. Share a list, post some instructions, or publish your thoughts.

Best for

Users exploring vetted FOSS alternatives in this space (note taking).

Strengths

~5,215 GitHub stars (per upstream list)
Open source

Limitations

Verify license, platform support, and security posture for your environment.

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