NoteSR
NoteSR is a free, open-source Android note-taking app designed for offline use.
What NoteSR is
NoteSR is a free, open-source Android note-taking app designed for offline use. It stores notes in encrypted space on the device, with the project stating that content uses AES-256 encryption. You can write text notes and attach files, then open images, videos, and text files in the built-in viewer. NoteSR works without cloud storage or an account, and the project says data does not leave the device without your intent. Its privacy policy says it does not collect, store, or share user data or device information with third parties. Encrypted backups can be exported and imported, but opening them requires your key. A cross-platform command-line tool is linked for handling encrypted backups. The project describes uses including journaling, personal records, and secure attachments. APK downloads are available through GitHub Releases, or you can build from source. The repository uses the MIT license. Version 5.6.0 is the latest listed release, with re-encryption fixes and extra checks for risky operations.
Good
- Free and open source
- AES-256 encrypted device storage
- Works without cloud or account
- Encrypted backup export and import
- Built-in viewer for common files
Watch out
- Android only
- Backups require the user's key
- APK download or source build required
Who it suits
NoteSR suits Android users who want offline notes, encrypted attachments, journaling, or personal records without cloud storage or an account.
Verdict
NoteSR focuses on local, encrypted Android note storage with attachments and encrypted backups. It fits users who prefer offline operation and direct control of their data.
Plans and prices
From NoteSR's own pricing page, checked 11 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| NoteSR | Free | No cloud · No account · Android app |
The facts
Each one read from NoteSR's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Backups
- Users can export and import encrypted backups, which the README says can only be opened with the user's key.checked 11 Oct 2026
- CLI
- The README links to a cross-platform CLI tool for working with encrypted backups.checked 11 Oct 2026
- CLI tool
- The project links a cross-platform CLI tool for working with encrypted backups.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Data location
- The maker says no data leaves the device without the user's intent.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Data transmission
- The README says no data leaves the device without the user's intent.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Distribution
- The README directs users to download an APK from the GitHub releases page or build the app from source.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Encryption
- The project says content is encrypted using AES-256.checked 11 Oct 2026
- File types
- The README lists images, videos, and text files as supported basic file types.checked 11 Oct 2026
- File viewer
- The app includes a built-in viewer for opening attached files.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Intended use
- The README describes the app as suitable for journaling, personal records, and secure attachments.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Intended uses
- The README describes the app as suitable for journaling, personal records, and secure attachments.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Latest listed release
- The Releases page marks version 5.6.0 as the latest release and describes fixes to data re-encryption and additional checks for risky data operations.checked 11 Oct 2026
- License
- The repository lists the MIT license.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Notes and attachments
- Users can write text notes and attach files to them.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Offline access
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Offline use
- The project says NoteSR works without cloud storage or an account.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The privacy policy says NoteSR does not collect, store, or share user data or device information with third parties.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- NoteSR is an offline-first Android note-taking app that stores notes in an encrypted space on the device.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- NoteSR is an offline-first Android note-taking app that creates encrypted storage on the device.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The privacy policy provides an email address for questions: [email protected].checked 11 Oct 2026
- Supported file types
- The README lists images, videos, and text files as supported basic file types.checked 11 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Supported platforms
- androidchecked 21 Sep 2026
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