PrivacyNotes
8.4#2 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitPrivacyNotes vs SilentNotes
SilentNotes
6.5#15 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroidWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | PrivacyNotes | SilentNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Sign-in can use Google, Apple or GitHub, while Bitwarden, browser passwords and browser bookmarks have import paths. | FTP,WebDAV,Dropbox,Google Drive,OneDrive |
| Offline use | The app is local-first, so reading, writing, and searching work without an internet connection and changes sync when connectivity returns. | The app does not require an internet connection and stores notes locally on the device. |
| Self-hosting | The client is downloadable and open source, but the hosted sync backend is not offered as a self-hosted deployment. | Users can synchronize through their own online storage, including an FTP account on a web host with read, write, and listing privileges. |
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
SilentNotes plans
- SilentNotesFree
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.
Pick SilentNotes if…
SilentNotes suits Android and Windows users who want offline notes, basic formatting, tags, and optional synchronization. It may also suit people who prefer to sync through their own storage and manage backups themselves.