Everything You Need
A complete, secure note-taking platform designed with simplicity, privacy, and self-hosting at its core.
Why Choose Plainpad?
Most note-taking apps force you to choose between convenience and privacy. Plainpad gives you both. Built from the ground up for self-hosting, it delivers a modern, responsive experience while keeping your data exactly where it belongs — on your server. Whether you're a solo user protecting personal thoughts or an organization managing sensitive information, Plainpad adapts to your needs without compromise.
Self Hosted
Deploy Plainpad on your own server and maintain full control over your data. No external services or cloud dependency required.
Database Encryption
Enable encryption to ensure your notes are stored securely in the database. Even with direct database access, content remains unreadable without your passphrase.
Multi-User Support
Create separate accounts for your team, family, or organization. Each user gets their own private collection of notes.
Offline Mode (PWA)
Plainpad works as a Progressive Web App. Access and edit notes offline, and changes sync automatically when you reconnect.
Markdown Support PREMIUM
Write and format notes with Markdown. Use headings, lists, links, code blocks, and more with live preview support.
Auto Updates
Keep Plainpad up to date with the built-in update mechanism. Just replace the files and migrations run automatically.
Full-Text Search
Instantly find any note with powerful full-text search across all your content. Never lose track of your ideas again.
Responsive Design
Access your notes from any device — desktop, tablet, or phone. The interface adapts seamlessly to any screen size.
Lightweight
Minimal resource requirements mean Plainpad runs smoothly even on basic shared hosting. No heavy frameworks or dependencies.
REST API
Integrate Plainpad with other applications using the built-in REST API. Automate workflows and build custom integrations.
Customizable
Modify the look and behavior of Plainpad to suit your needs. The open source codebase makes everything configurable.
Free & Open Source
Licensed under GPL-3.0. Use Plainpad for personal or commercial purposes with no fees, no limits, and complete freedom.
Built for Speed
Plainpad is engineered to be lightweight and fast. With minimal server requirements and no heavy framework dependencies, it loads quickly and runs smoothly — even on basic shared hosting.
Grows with You
From personal journaling to team-wide note management, Plainpad scales effortlessly. Add users, enable encryption, integrate via the REST API — the platform adapts to how you work.
Community Driven
Plainpad is actively maintained and shaped by its community. Every feature request, bug report, and contribution helps make it better for everyone.
Unlock the Full Potential
Get professional support, custom development, managed hosting, data migration, and priority assistance — directly from the creators of Plainpad.