v1.0.0 - macOS Ready

Write with Clarity.
Think in Layers.

A minimalist, private-first markdown editor for macOS. Free to use. Designed for deep focus and structured thought.

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Minimalist by Design.

The Foundation of Thought

Local and Private

Your notes never leave your machine. No cloud syncing required, no data harvesting. Your thoughts stay yours.

Markdown-First

Full support for GitHub Flavored Markdown, complex tables, and LaTeX math. A pro tool for technical writers.

The Second Brain

Connect disparate thoughts with bidirectional links and a visual graph. Build a network of knowledge effortlessly.

New Feature

Reading Studio.

Import scientific papers and complex PDFs directly into your workspace. Read with intention, highlight key insights, and cite sources in your markdown notes with a single click.

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Side-by-Side Reading

View your PDF and your note editor in a seamless dual-pane interface.

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Smart Citations

Automatically generate BibTeX or APA citations from PDF metadata.

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A canvas for your masterpiece.

- High-contrast serif typography

- Absolute minimalism

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The Philosophy of Intentional Design

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."

When we design digital tools, we often forget that the primary goal is not the interaction with the tool itself, but the output it enables. note.md was built on the principle that the UI should dissolve the moment you begin to type.

By using markdown as the fundamental storage format, we ensure that your data is truly yours: portable, readable, and future-proof. No proprietary formats, no lock-in.

This is where the second brain comes in. It is not just about storage; it is about synthesis. When you link two concepts together, you are not just creating a path, you are creating a new perspective.

Focus on what matters.

Download note.md today and reclaim your writing process. Private, fast, and completely free for the individual creator.

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