Free Online Notepad — distraction-free writing in your browser

Open a notepad in one click. Autosave keeps your work safe across refreshes. Markdown support for formatting. No signup, no account, no ads.

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freenotepad.app
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Features

How it works

  1. Open freenotepad.app in any browser
  2. Start typing — no setup needed
  3. Content autosaves to your browser as you type
  4. Export as .txt or .md when you want to save externally

Common use cases

How it compares

Unlike Google Docs or Notion, Freenotepad requires no account and loads in under a second. Unlike system note apps (Apple Notes, Samsung Notes), it works on any device with a browser. For ongoing note libraries, Obsidian or Notion are better. For immediate "grab a notepad" needs, Freenotepad is faster.

Privacy

Every character stays in your browser. Nothing is uploaded. Notes persist locally until you explicitly clear them.

Frequently asked questions

Is Freenotepad really free?

Yes. 100% free with no signup, no paid tier, no ads, and no feature limits.

Where are my notes stored?

In your browser's local storage, on your device only. Nothing is synced to a cloud or server.

Can I access my notes on another device?

Not directly — notes are per-device by design for privacy. Export as .txt or .md and transfer manually if needed.

Does Freenotepad support markdown?

Yes. Standard markdown syntax (bold, italic, headings, lists, links, code) is supported for formatted writing.

What happens if I clear browser data?

Notes saved to local storage will be cleared too. Export important notes as files for long-term keeping.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. Freenotepad is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. Installable as a PWA for offline use.