Introducing the New Plainpad Website

Apr 15, 2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of the brand new Plainpad website! After weeks of work, we’ve built a dedicated home for the project that goes far beyond a simple landing page. Whether you’re a long-time user or discovering Plainpad for the first time, the new site has something for you.

Why a New Website?

As Plainpad has grown, so has the need for a proper online presence. The GitHub repository has always been the technical hub, but we wanted a place where users could learn about the project, browse documentation, and find support — all in one spot. The new website is that place.

What You’ll Find

Comprehensive Documentation

One of the biggest additions is a full documentation section covering both user and administrator topics. If you’re setting up Plainpad on your server for the first time, the Installation Guide walks you through every step — from server requirements and file permissions to Apache and Nginx configuration, and even SSL setup.

For administrators, there are also dedicated pages on:

• Updating — How to keep your instance up to date with the latest releases.
• Docker — Running Plainpad in a containerized environment with tips on persistent data and backups.
• Translation — Contributing translations or adding new languages to your instance.

Users will find guides on:

• Introduction — An overview of the application and browser compatibility.
• Initial Configuration — Setting up your account, language, and preferences.
• Note Taking — Tips and shortcuts for getting the most out of the editor, including power-user features like Markdown and keyboard shortcuts.

Features Overview

The Features page gives you a clear picture of what Plainpad offers: end-to-end encryption, Markdown support, full-text search, multi-language support, and more. It’s a great starting point if you’re evaluating Plainpad against other note taking tools.

Blog

You’re reading it! The blog is where we’ll share project news, tutorials, and thoughts on topics like privacy and self-hosting. We already have a couple of posts to get you started:

• Getting Started with Plainpad — A walkthrough of installing and configuring your own instance.
• Why Privacy Matters — A deeper look at why self-hosted note taking is worth considering.

Expect more posts in the future as the project continues to evolve.

Premium Services

For users and organizations that need a bit more, we now offer Premium Services. These include managed hosting, custom development, technical support, white-labeling, and data migration. Whether you need help deploying Plainpad at scale or want a branded version for your team, we’ve got you covered.

Support

The Support page brings together all the ways you can get help — from the GitHub issue tracker and community discussions to direct contact for more specific questions.

Get Involved

Plainpad is and always will be open source. If you’d like to contribute — whether it’s code, documentation, translations, or just feedback — head over to the GitHub repository and get involved.

If you haven’t tried Plainpad yet, there’s never been a better time. Download the latest release, spin it up on your server, and take your notes private.

Welcome to the new Plainpad website — we hope you enjoy it.