AppFlowy
An open-source, offline-first workspace combining notes, wikis, and project management with built-in AI.
Build customizable wikis, task boards, and notes with desktop-native speed and local data control.
AppFlowy is an open-source collaborative workspace designed as a private alternative to Notion. Built with Flutter and Rust, it gives you a fast, native desktop experience for managing notes, projects, and wikis while keeping control over your data.
What it is
AppFlowy combines document editing, task boards, and knowledge bases into a single application with integrated AI assistance. It allows you to organize your executive workflows locally on your device or across self-hosted sync services.
Who it's for
It suits privacy-conscious executive assistants, project managers, and teams who want Notion-style workspace tools without cloud vendor lock-in. It is less suitable for non-technical users who want zero-effort managed sync straight out of the box.
Key features
Native cross-platform architecture
Built with Flutter and Rust to deliver fast desktop and mobile apps across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Local-first data privacy
Keep complete control over your workspace data by storing files locally or hosting your own sync backend.
Integrated AI capabilities
Apply artificial intelligence tools directly within your workspace to generate content, summarize notes, and manage tasks.
Modular workspace customization
Modify and extend core components using a single codebase to tailor boards, wikis, and databases to your workflow.
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Our honest verdict
What's great
- Built with Rust and Flutter for fast native performance
- Complete ownership of data with local storage or self-hosted servers
- Cross-platform support spanning desktop (macOS, Windows, Linux) and mobile
- Extensible codebase open for custom building blocks and translations
Where it falls short
- Self-hosting the server infrastructure requires backend deployment skills and ongoing server maintenance
- Feature parity with long-established cloud platforms is still a work in progress
- Requires manual sync configuration if avoiding standard cloud app stores
Pricing & license
AppFlowy is free to use under the AGPL-3.0 license. The primary costs come from providing your own cloud or server hosting infrastructure if you choose to run a self-hosted sync backend.
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FAQ
How does AppFlowy handle data security?
AppFlowy follows a data-privacy-first approach, saving your work locally on your device or letting you self-host the sync server on your own hardware.
Can I run AppFlowy on mobile devices?
Yes, native mobile apps are available on the Apple App Store for iPhone and the Google Play Store for Android devices running version 10 or above.
