LocArk is a local-first private knowledge workspace for notes, passwords, kanban boards, and mind maps, with content stored in a location the user chooses. It supports spaces, categories, and nested folders, and protects sensitive data with local encryption and a master password. The app is distributed for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android through official app stores, and is designed for offline-capable personal knowledge management.
What it's for
Features 14
- App export and file-level backup for migration
- Data import from 1Password CSV, Bitwarden CSV, and Markdown files
- Inbox for quick capture of ideas, links, and tasks
- Kanban boards for task and priority management
- LaTeX math formula rendering in the Markdown editor
- Local encrypted password manager
- Markdown notes with code highlighting, tables, and rich formatting
- Master password protection with local encryption engine
- Mind maps for brainstorming and idea organization
- Multi-platform apps for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android
- Offline-capable usage
- Optional sync via user-chosen cloud storage (iCloud Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Git repository)
- Spaces, categories, and nested folders
- User-chosen local storage location
At a glance
Integrations
Resources
Pricing
Annual plan is $4.9 per year; Lifetime plan is a one-time $24.9 payment. Prices are in USD ($).
Mind maps and kanban boards require Pro (Annual/Lifetime).
Up to 2 custom password templates; mind maps and kanban boards are Pro-only
Marked 'Most Popular'; total price is $4.9/year, renews annually.
Requires yearly renewal; downgrades to Free features if expired
One-time purchase, no renewal needed.
Similar apps
AnytypeOpen sourceA safe haven for digital collaborationPrice$4–$300/moTry freeFree planRuns onWeb · Windows +4Features19
SimplyBoardWrite fast. Find faster. Stay private.PriceFreeTry freeFree planRuns onWeb · macOS +2Features10
OctoOpen sourceYour home for deep workPriceFrom $4/moTry freeFree planRuns onWebFeatures17
NoteRichSmart Notes That Build Your Second BrainPriceFrom $3.33/moTry freeFree planRuns onWebFeatures20
LogseqOpen sourceA privacy-first, open-source knowledge basePriceFreeTry freeFree planRuns onWeb · macOS +2Features24
LockbookOpen sourceThe secure place for writing notes, sketching ideas, and storing filesPriceFrom $2.99/moTry freeFree planRuns oniOS · macOS +3Features11