Anytype

Anytype is a local-first personal knowledge base for notes, tasks, projects, and collaboration. Instead of folders, it organizes everything as objects — notes, people, and tasks — that you can link and view as graphs or databases. Your vault lives on your device with on-device encryption, and only you hold the keys. It works offline and syncs peer-to-peer on local networks, so no central server can lock you out. A paid membership adds network sync and backup, while self-hosting your own network needs no membership at all.

Key Features

1. Objects, not folders

Notes, tasks, people, and files are objects you can link, tag, and reuse across your whole workspace.

2. Graph and database views

See how your objects connect in a visual graph, or manage them in structured database views and sets.

3. Block-based editor

Write with text, lists, images, videos, tables, and nested pages, all built as movable blocks.

4. On-device encryption

Your vault is encrypted on your device and only you hold the keys, so nobody else can read it.

5. Offline-first design

Your vault lives on your device, so you can create and edit everything with no internet and no lag.

6. P2P sync and self-hosted backup

Sync directly between devices on local networks, or self-host your own backup network without paying for membership.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is an "object" in Anytype?

An object is any unit of knowledge: a note, task, person, or file. Objects link to each other and appear in graph and database views.

Do I need the internet to use Anytype?

No. Anytype is offline-first, so your vault lives on your device and works fully without Wi-Fi or mobile data.

What does the paid membership add?

Membership unlocks Anytype's sync and backup network across devices, plus a reserved ANY ID name. You can also self-host your own network without paying.

Can teams use Anytype?

Yes. Anytype for Business gives companies a shared workspace with single sign-on and an admin panel for managing members.

Conclusion

Anytype is built for people who want full control of their notes and data. Objects, graphs, and offline-first design make it flexible, while encryption keeps it private. If you dislike cloud lock-in, try the local vault first and decide on membership later. Sync and backup come with membership, or you can self-host. It runs on desktop and mobile alike.