SiYuan

Privacy-first, self-hosted personal knowledge management software.

EstablishedOpen SourceLow lock-in

Pricing

See website

Flat rate

Adoption

Stable

License

Open Source

Data freshness

Overview

What is SiYuan?

SiYuan is a privacy-focused, open-source tool for managing personal notes and knowledge. Written in TypeScript and Go, it offers users full control over their data by allowing self-hosting.

Key differentiator

SiYuan stands out as a privacy-focused, fully open-source alternative for those who need complete control over their data through self-hosting.

Capability profile

Strength Radar

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Honest assessment

Strengths & Weaknesses

↑ Strengths

Privacy-first design with self-hosting capabilities

Markdown-based note-taking and knowledge management

Graph database for organizing notes

Fit analysis

Who is it for?

✓ Best for

Individuals who prioritize privacy and control over their data

Users looking for a self-hosted solution for note-taking and knowledge management

✕ Not a fit for

Teams requiring cloud-based collaboration features

Users unwilling to manage their own server infrastructure

Cost structure

Pricing

Free Tier

None

Starts at

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Model

Flat rate

Enterprise

None

Performance benchmarks

How Fast Is It?

Next step

Get Started with SiYuan

Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.

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