flymd
A lightweight, local-first Markdown editor with built-in AI writing tools, task dispatching, and PDF parsing.
Fast desktop writing app combining local document privacy, vector RAG search, and task alerts.
FlyMD is a desktop Markdown application engineered for fast startup, low memory consumption, and local document management. Built on Tauri, it integrates AI writing assistants, audio-to-text processing, and automatic task extraction. It targets professionals who want privacy-conscious note-taking with optional cloud AI enhancements.
What it is
FlyMD manages Markdown documents locally while offering extensible plugins for vector-based local knowledge bases, bidirectional links, and high-accuracy PDF-to-Markdown parsing. It scans documents for inline TODOs and dispatches push notifications directly to channels like WeChat, SMS, DingTalk, or Feishu. Additionally, it provides multi-tab editing, split-screen source mode, desktop sticky notes, and direct blogging integration with WordPress, Typecho, and Halo.
Who it's for
It suits writers, researchers, and executive assistants who need a responsive local note editor equipped with automated task pushing and AI-assisted drafting. It is ideal for users seeking local data storage paired with WebDAV encrypted sync across devices. It may not suit teams expecting standard web-based cloud collaboration out of the box without configuring plugins.
Key features
Multi-Channel Task Alerts
Scans document TODO items and sends automated notifications to WeChat, SMS, email, DingTalk, or Feishu.
Selection-Aware AI Assistance
Provides context-sensitive AI rewrite, translation, and drafting prompts directly on targeted text blocks.
PDF and Image OCR Parsing
Converts complex PDF files and image documents into structured Markdown or Docx files with layout preservation.
Local RAG Vector Search
Indexes local Markdown files to allow semantic search queries and context retrieval inside your document library.
Desktop Sticky Notes
Turns individual notes or AI outputs into floating, interactive desktop widgets with adjustable transparency.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Extremely fast startup time under 300ms with low memory footprint under 50MB RAM.
- Local-first storage model supporting WebDAV end-to-end encrypted synchronization.
- Native task push integrations for Asian enterprise notification services like Feishu and DingTalk.
- Extensible architecture supporting dual-mode WYSIWYG editing, Mermaid charts, and KaTeX math.
Where it falls short
- Built-in free AI models have strict rate limits, requiring your own API keys for heavier workloads.
- Unsigned macOS builds require running terminal commands to bypass Gatekeeper warnings.
- WYSIWYG mode currently lacks native support for standard bracket task checkbox syntax.
- Advanced features like RAG indexing and PDF parsing rely on separate plugin installations.
Pricing & license
FlyMD is free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Operating costs are limited to any optional commercial AI API tokens or third-party notification gateway fees you choose to integrate.
Open remote AI-training roles
873 open remote AI-training roles, updated November 15, 2026; most pay $20–$170 an hour. Zekai lists them free; the application goes to the employer’s platform.
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FAQ
How do I resolve the macOS damaged app warning on first launch?
Run 'sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/flymd.app' in your terminal or right-click the application icon and select Open.
How does FlyMD handle note synchronization across devices?
FlyMD uses WebDAV synchronization, allowing you to sync document libraries with custom E2EE keys and host whitelisting.
Can I use my own AI model provider?
Yes, while FlyMD includes basic free AI access, you can supply API keys for providers like SiliconFlow for higher rate limits and larger models.
