Anytype

Private, local-first spaces built from objects.

Project details

Open sourceSelf-hostableLocal-firstWorks offlineNo account requiredSee repository

Platforms

macOS · Windows · Linux · iOS · Android

Maker

Independent team

Reviewed Sep 21, 2026

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Overview

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