OpenVLT
6.1#20 in secure notes appsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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PrivacyNotes
8.4#2 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | OpenVLT | PrivacyNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Locked notes use AES-256-GCM with a key derived from the lock password using PBKDF2; the key stays in the browser. | The clients encrypt note data locally with XChaCha20-Poly1305 before synchronization. |
OpenVLT plans
- Self-hosted open-sourceFree
PrivacyNotes plans
- FreeFree
- 1 GB storage add-on$4.80 a year
- 2 GB storage add-on$8.40 a year
- 5 GB storage add-on$18 a year
- Pro$48, paid once
Pick OpenVLT if…
It suits people who want to self-host notes as Markdown files and use a browser-based editor with canvas and organization options. It also fits users who want sync between instances or AI-provider connections.
Pick PrivacyNotes if…
PrivacyNotes may suit people who want an offline-capable workspace with encrypted sync and several import options. Its self-custody setup is for users prepared to safeguard their recovery phrase.