Google Keep AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Text Editors

The best Text Editor alternative to Google Keep is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Keep and 12 are Text Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Text Editor alternatives to Google Keep are Beaver Notes, Widget-Board, Iotas and NoteLoom.

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  1. PrivacyNotes icon
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    PrivacyNotes

    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.

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  2. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1223 likes

    Privacy-oriented note-taking app for non-linear thinking, blending knowledge graph creation with wiki-style linking. Supports Markdown, end-to-end encryption, and plugins for customization. Offers distraction-free mode, tags, themes, syntax highlighting, and operates offline without tracking.

    348 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • AppImage
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  3. Beaver Notes icon

    Beaver Notes

     77 likes

    Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

    113 Beaver Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
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  5. Widget-Board icon

    Widget-Board

     24 likes

    Widget Board is a productivity tool that lets you create custom boards with your favorite widgets such as tasks, notes, media, date & time, weather, calendar and so much more!.

    106 Widget-Board alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Context Chrome Extension
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  6. Iotas icon

    Iotas

     6 likes

    Iotas is a simple but elegant solution for notes especially but not only for GNOME users. Through Nextcloud integration, all notes can be kept in sync and accessed on different devices.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Linux Mobile
    Notes overview desktop
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  7. NoteLoom icon

    NoteLoom

     3 likes

    A local-first Markdown workspace that opens real folders in your browser and saves changes directly to .md files on disk.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    The NoteLoom workspace: a local folder mounted in the browser, with its file tree, live editing, and the source / edit / read view controls.
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  9. Norka icon

    Norka

     4 likes

    Imagine a hassle-free text-writing experience. Don't worry about saving files, complex markup, or accidentally deleted notes.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flatpak
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    • elementary OS
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    • European Union flagEU
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  10. Notepad App icon

    Notepad App

     2 likes

    A markdown-based notes app for macOS, with simplicity and moderation.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Notepad App screenshot 1
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  12. MindNote icon

    MindNote

     1 like

    MindNote, the smartest, simplest, most customizable note-taking app designed to keep your ideas, thoughts, and memories organized and accessible wherever you go.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
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  13. LightNote for Windows icon

    LightNote for Windows

     Like

    Fast, lightweight editor for Windows that combines a Markdown knowledge base, a code editor, an SQL client and AI assistant integration.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Windows
    • BR flagBrazil
    Code editor
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  14. NormNote icon

    NormNote

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    NormNote is a minimalist, distraction-free Markdown editor built for focus and privacy. All notes are stored directly on your device — no accounts, no forced cloud sync. If you want to sync across devices, simply point NormNote to your iCloud or Google Drive folder.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • TH flagThailand
    A Minimalist Sanctuary for Your Thoughts Clear your mind. Own your thoughts. Experience pure focus with a beautifully simple, local-first Markdown editor. Your files remain securely on your device—no accounts, no cloud lock-in, just unprecedented speed.
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  15. Nuvopad icon

    Nuvopad

     Like

    NuvoPad is a powerful markdown editor for Windows that prioritizes speed, privacy, and simplicity. Built with Rust and SQLite, it offers lightning-fast performance while keeping all your data stored locally on your device.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    Nuvopad screenshot 1
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