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Obsidian

Note-taking app that stores notes locally as Markdown files, links them together and can sync shared vaults for a team.

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Obsidian is for people and teams who want notes they own. Notes are plain Markdown files stored on the device, linked to each other and extended with plugins. For teams, the manufacturer documents shared vaults through Obsidian Sync, with real-time updates across devices, version history for every note and control over which folders sync. The app is free, including commercial use, while Sync and Publish are paid add-ons. Teams used to a hosted wiki should check permissions and onboarding.

Before you choose: Create a shared vault with two colleagues through Sync, edit the same note and review its version history before rolling it out.

Best for

  • individuals and teams who want their notes as local files
  • researchers and writers building linked knowledge bases

Key capabilities

notes stored locally as plain-text Markdownlinks between notescanvas for visual planningthousands of community plugins and an open APIshared team vaults through Obsidian Syncversion history for every synced noteselective sync of files and foldersoptional Obsidian Publish sites

Pricing at a glance

Obsidian is free, including for commercial use; Sync and Publish are optional paid add-ons.

Free plan recorded: Yes

Category: notes

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Frequently asked questions

What is Obsidian best for?

Obsidian is recorded in the ToolScout catalog for individuals and teams who want their notes as local files, researchers and writers building linked knowledge bases.

Does Obsidian have a free plan?

Vendor documentation confirms a free entry plan with defined usage limits. Check current eligibility and allowances.

How current is this Obsidian profile?

The source data for this profile was last checked 2026-10-23.

Information last checked 2026-10-23. Product details can change. Affiliate relationships do not influence ToolScout rankings or recommendations.

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