Note-taking apps differ less in what they store and more in who controls the data.

CryptPad is a collection of open source and privacy-friendly collaboration tools. It’s a complete online office suite that is end-to-end encrypted, no one except you (and whoever you give your access keys to) can access your data. It lets you easily create rich text and Markdown

Why consider the swap

If you currently rely on Evernote and want more control over data, lower long-term costs, or a privacy-friendly licensing model, CryptPad covers most of the same ground.

What you trade off

Most privacy-friendly alternatives require more setup than their commercial counterparts and may lag on polish, mobile apps, or ecosystem integrations. Check the project’s documentation for current feature parity with Evernote before committing.

Where to start

• Project page: CryptPad
• Comparison reference: Evernote

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