memosOpen-source, self-hosted note-taking tool built for quick capture. Markdown-native, lightweight, and fully yours.

memos

Memos is an open-source, self-hosted note-taking tool designed for quick capture with a timeline-first interface. Built in Go and distributed as a lightweight single binary, it prioritizes instant note creation, total data ownership, and radical simplicity with zero telemetry.

Key Features

• Instant Capture: Timeline-first UI that eliminates folder navigation—open, write, and save in seconds
• Self-Hosted & Portable: Run on your infrastructure with notes stored in Markdown format for complete data ownership
• Lightweight Deployment: Single Go binary (~20MB Docker image) supports SQLite, MySQL, and PostgreSQL backends

Use Cases

• Personal Knowledge Management: Quickly capture thoughts, ideas, and daily notes without organizational overhead
• Development Workflows: Developers building on REST and gRPC APIs for custom integrations
• Privacy-First Users: Teams and individuals who require full data control and no telemetry

Who Is It For

Memos is ideal for developers, knowledge workers, and privacy-conscious users who want a no-fuss note-taking solution they can host themselves. It's perfect for anyone tired of cloud-dependent note apps who values simplicity, speed, and complete ownership of their data.