Joplin

Productivity

Free & open sourceEditorial overview
A CLOSER LOOK

What is Joplin?

Organize notes and attachments with an open-source app and optional synchronization services.

Notes and attachments

Markdown or rich text

Web clipping

Synchronization options

Know what you're signing up for.

The application is free and open source. Joplin Cloud subscriptions add managed synchronization and sharing.

Cloud Basic

€2.99 /month

Monthly billing; annual billing is available.

  • 2 GB storage
  • 10 MB per note or attachment
  • Unlimited synced devices
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Selected options, checked 13 November 2026. Confirm current terms with the provider.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

The core app is open source.

Desktop and mobile apps support a connected note workflow.

What to keep in mind

Joplin Cloud is a separate service.

Sync settings and backups require attention.

How to use it well

Create notebooks around active work and clip only pages you expect to revisit.

Test synchronization with a small notebook before migrating a large collection of attachments.

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A few things you might be wondering.

Is Joplin free?

The application is free and open source. Joplin Cloud subscriptions add managed synchronization and sharing.

Is Joplin Cloud the same as the free app?

No. The installed application and the paid managed synchronization service are different products.

Where can I check the latest prices?

Use the provider link on this page. Billing period, location, team size, promotions, taxes, and optional extras may affect the amount you pay.

How should I compare this tool with alternatives?

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