Is Simple Notes compatible with Simplenote?

You can export your notes from Simplenote as text or Markdown and import them into Simple Notes manually.

Is Simple Notes open source like Simplenote?

Simple Notes is currently closed source, but we plan to open-source the core editor in the future.

Why switch from Simplenote if it's free?

If Simplenote works for you, there's no need to switch. But if you want folders, real Markdown rendering, public sharing, or a more modern interface, Simple Notes is worth a try.

Simple Notes

Simplenote alternative

A modern Simplenote alternative

Simplenote is great but hasn't changed in years. Simple Notes adds folders, tags, version history, and a beautiful new editor.

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Why people leave Simplenote

✕No folders — only tags for organization
✕No Markdown rendering (just syntax highlighting)
✕Limited version history UI
✕No dark mode improvements in years
✕No public note sharing

Why Simple Notes is a great Simplenote alternative

Full folder + tag organization
Tiptap editor with real Markdown rendering
Rich text: checklists, tables, code blocks
Public note sharing with a clean URL
Modern design with warm pastel theme and dark mode

Simplenote (by Automattic) pioneered minimalist note-taking. But development has slowed significantly, and the interface hasn't meaningfully improved in years. Simple Notes takes the same philosophy — plain text, fast sync, cross-platform — and adds the features that modern writers actually need.

Simple Notes vs Simplenote: feature comparison

Feature	Simple Notes	Simplenote
Folders
Tags
Markdown rendering
Checklists & tables
Public sharing
Version history
Focus mode
Dark mode
Free tier	Full-featured	Full-featured

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Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Notes compatible with Simplenote?: You can export your notes from Simplenote as text or Markdown and import them into Simple Notes manually.
Is Simple Notes open source like Simplenote?: Simple Notes is currently closed source, but we plan to open-source the core editor in the future.
Why switch from Simplenote if it's free?: If Simplenote works for you, there's no need to switch. But if you want folders, real Markdown rendering, public sharing, or a more modern interface, Simple Notes is worth a try.

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