Standard Notes
by Standard Notes
Encrypted notes app focused on longevity and privacy.
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Standard Notes
- Pricing
- Freemium — Free – $90/user/yr
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Ios, Android
- Best for
- Privacy Conscious Users, Writers
- Editor rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Founded
- 2017
- Headquarters
- Canada
What is Standard Notes?
Standard Notes is a note taking tool from Standard Notes. Standard Notes is an end-to-end encrypted note-taking app built for simplicity, security, and long-term data durability.
Standard Notes uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $90/user/yr.
It's best suited to privacy-conscious users, writers and runs on Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Ios, Android.
Standout strengths include strong end-to-end encryption, open source, long-term focused company. Worth weighing: rich features gated behind paid plan, plain editor by default.
Standard Notes pricing
Pros
- Strong end-to-end encryption
- Open source
- Long-term focused company
Cons
- Rich features gated behind paid plan
- Plain editor by default
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Frequently asked questions
What is Standard Notes?
Standard Notes is an end-to-end encrypted note-taking app built for simplicity, security, and long-term data durability.
How much does Standard Notes cost?
Standard Notes is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $90/user/yr.
Does Standard Notes have a free trial?
Standard Notes offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Standard Notes support?
Standard Notes is available on Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Ios, Android.