Daino Notes is a note-taking application for Windows, macOS, and Linux that lets users write notes, plan tasks with a Task Board, and embed images. It prioritizes local-first storage, offers real-time Markdown rendering, fast search, a distraction-free writing mode, and can be summoned instantly with a global keyboard shortcut.
What it's for
Writing and organizing notesPlanning tasks with a visual task boardQuickly capturing thoughts via a global shortcutDistraction-free writing
Features 13
- Cross-platform availability (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Distraction-free writing mode
- Drag-and-drop reordering of lists, paragraphs, and images
- Extensive keyboard shortcuts
- Fast performance benchmarked against other block editors
- Fast search
- Global shortcut to instantly summon the app
- Image embedding in notes
- Local-first storage (notes saved on-device first)
- Multi-language interface support
- Multiple visual themes
- Real-time Markdown rendering
- Task Board for planning and prioritizing tasks
At a glance
free tier
TypeDesktop app
DeploymentInstalled (local)
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
CompanyDaino Inc.
Complianceself-reported
CCPAGDPR
Pricing
A pricing page exists inviting users to 'Pick Your Plan,' but no specific plan names, prices, or tiers are listed; the app is otherwise described elsewhere as free.
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