Joplin
joplinapp.org
Open-source note-taking with sync and encryption
Alternative to Simplenote
Workflowy
PairDrop +9 more
Install: iOS · Android · macOS · Windows · LinuxPricing page →Source →Facts checked
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About Joplin
Joplin is an open-source note-taking application that lets users capture thoughts and access them securely from any device. It supports multimedia notes, including images, videos, PDFs, and audio, and allows creating math expressions and diagrams. Users can synchronize notes across computers, phones, and tablets using services like Joplin Cloud, Dropbox, and OneDrive, and the app is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Joplin offers end-to-end encryption for note security, and its open format ensures users always have access to their data.
Published 2026-08-08 · Links checked 2026-09-06
Where Joplin fits
Joplin is tagged #indie, #note-taking, #open-source, #sync, #encryption. Each tag links to every listed tool that shares it.
- #indie — 33 listed tools share this tag, including PairDrop, Inkdrop, Yana
- #note-taking — 7 listed tools share this tag, including Simplenote, Workflowy, Inkdrop
- #open-source — 106 listed tools share this tag, including PairDrop, Clipboard Project, Logseq
- #sync — 4 listed tools share this tag, including Simplenote, Workflowy
- #encryption — 4 listed tools share this tag
Joplin is one of 77 Productivity tools listed on ToolDock. Also in Productivity: Whereby, Tana, ChatPDF — see the Productivity ranking (neutral, stable positions; no paid placement).
Compare Joplin with Productivity tools
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Joplin alternatives & related Productivity tools
Joplin alternatives
Tools sharing tags with Joplin — each match reason is computed from real listing data.
Simplenote
simplenote.com
The simplest way to keep notes
Platforms: iOS · Android
shares #note-taking #sync #cross-platform · also Productivity · Simplenote alternatives →
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A simpler way to organize your work
Platforms: iOS · Android · macOS · Windows · Linux
shares #note-taking #sync · also Productivity · both Freemium · Workflowy alternatives →
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Transfer files cross-platform, no setup, no signup
Platforms: Web app (installable)
shares #indie #open-source #cross-platform · also Productivity · PairDrop alternatives →
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Cleaner space for your tech journey
shares #indie #note-taking · also Productivity · both Freemium · Inkdrop alternatives →
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Powerful note-taking app
Platforms: Web app (installable)
shares #indie #note-taking · also Productivity · Yana alternatives →
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Platforms: macOS · Windows · Linux
shares #indie #cross-platform · TestMace alternatives →
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Frequently asked questions
What is Joplin?
Joplin is a Productivity tool: Open-source note-taking with sync and encryption. It is listed on ToolDock with a direct link to its official site.
Is Joplin free?
Joplin is listed as freemium on ToolDock: it offers a free tier alongside paid plans. Pricing label set at listing time; official pricing page linked where verified — see the official website for current details.
What are the best Joplin alternatives?
Alternatives to Joplin listed on ToolDock (matched by shared tags and category) include Simplenote, Workflowy, PairDrop, Inkdrop, Yana. See the full list of Joplin alternatives.