About

Linwood Butterfly is a free and open-source, privacy-focused note-taking application developed in Germany by LinwoodDev (with CodeDoctorDE as the developer). Launched around 2022, it allows users to paint, add texts, and export ideas easily across Mac, Windows, Linux, Online, Android, iPhone, Android Tablet, and Self-Hosted platforms. Key features include handwritten notes, PDF annotation, Markdown support, layers, real-time collaboration, cloud sync, custom brushes, customizable themes, dark mode, and offline functionality, all without requiring registration or tracking. The project, which is decentralized and portable, actively engages with its community for continuous improvement, addressing user feedback on aspects like PDF import and synchronization. Its open-source nature and extensive cross-platform support position it as a versatile tool in the note-taking market. Further development details can be found on its GitHub: https://github.com/LinwoodDev/Butterfly.

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User Reviews

15 reviews

Mixed
Pros
Core functionality sufficiency
Intuitive user interface
Stylus and touch support
Infinite canvas
Flexible data storage
Cross-platform availability
Data import/export
Customization options

Cons
Application instability
Performance degradation
Stylus input reliability
Browser compatibility issues
Privacy concerns
PDF import errors

Key Themes
Note-taking capabilities
Application performance and stability
User interface and design
Cross-platform support
Data management
Stylus integration
Privacy aspects
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1-10 employees

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Germany


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