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NoteSR
What NoteSR is
NoteSR is a free, open-source Android note-taking app designed for offline storage. It keeps notes in encrypted space on the device and works without cloud storage or an account. The project says content uses AES-256 encryption, and no data leaves the device without the user’s intent. You can write text notes, attach files, and open attachments in the built-in viewer. Images, videos, and text files are listed as supported basic file types. Encrypted backups can be exported and imported, with the user’s key required to open them. A cross-platform command-line tool is linked for working with those backups. The project offers an APK through GitHub releases or source code for building. NoteSR is suitable for journaling, personal records, and secure attachments. Its privacy policy says it does not collect, store, or share user or device information with third parties. Version 5.6.0 is the latest listed release.
Who it suits
NoteSR suits Android users who want offline notes, encrypted attachments, and local storage without an account. It also fits journaling, personal records, and secure backup workflows.
What it does well
- Free and open source
- Works offline without cloud or account
- AES-256 encrypted device storage
- Built-in attachment viewer
- Encrypted backup import and export
What to know first
- Android only
- APK download or source build required
- Backups require the user’s key
Limits
NoteSR provides no cloud storage and does not use an account. Encrypted backups can only be opened with the user’s key.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| NoteSR | No cloud · No account · Android app | Free |
As github.com lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the NoteSR GitHub repository
- Download the APK from the GitHub releases page
- Install the Android app
- Alternatively, build the app from source
- Create notes and attach supported files
Verdict
NoteSR focuses on private, offline Android note-taking with encrypted storage and backups. Its file attachments, local operation, and command-line backup tool suit users managing personal records without cloud services.
Questions
What does NoteSR cost?
The listed NoteSR plan costs nothing. It is open source.
Which devices support NoteSR?
NoteSR supports Android.
Does NoteSR work offline?
Yes. It works without cloud storage or an account.
What files can I attach?
The README lists images, videos, and text files as supported basic file types.
How are backups protected?
You can export and import encrypted backups, which can only be opened with your key.
Is NoteSR open source?
Yes. The repository lists the MIT license.
Facts from NoteSR's own pages
- Backups
- Users can export and import encrypted backups, which the README says can only be opened with the user's key. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- CLI
- The README links to a cross-platform CLI tool for working with encrypted backups. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- CLI tool
- The project links a cross-platform CLI tool for working with encrypted backups. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Data location
- The maker says no data leaves the device without the user's intent. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Data transmission
- The README says no data leaves the device without the user's intent. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Distribution
- The README directs users to download an APK from the GitHub releases page or build the app from source. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Encryption
- The project says content is encrypted using AES-256. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- File types
- The README lists images, videos, and text files as supported basic file types. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- File viewer
- The app includes a built-in viewer for opening attached files. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Intended use
- The README describes the app as suitable for journaling, personal records, and secure attachments. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Intended uses
- The README describes the app as suitable for journaling, personal records, and secure attachments. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Latest listed release
- The Releases page marks version 5.6.0 as the latest release and describes fixes to data re-encryption and additional checks for risky data operations. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- License
- The repository lists the MIT license. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Notes and attachments
- Users can write text notes and attach files to them. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Offline access
- Yes · github.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Offline use
- The project says NoteSR works without cloud storage or an account. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- android · github.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Privacy
- The privacy policy says NoteSR does not collect, store, or share user data or device information with third parties. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- NoteSR is an offline-first Android note-taking app that stores notes in an encrypted space on the device. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- NoteSR is an offline-first Android note-taking app that creates encrypted storage on the device. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The privacy policy provides an email address for questions: [email protected]. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported file types
- The README lists images, videos, and text files as supported basic file types. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
Where NoteSR stands on Freedom251
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