The illusion of “free” apps
Most note apps today are “free,” but they aren’t really free. They collect behavioral data, sync every keystroke to remote servers, and build detailed user profiles in the background — all while claiming to help you “focus.”
Convenience has quietly replaced control. And privacy has become an optional feature.
The quiet power of local-first
Local-first software flips that equation. Your notes never leave your computer unless you decide to sync them. There’s no hidden API calls, no analytics SDKs, no tracking pixels. It’s just you and your files.
That simple shift changes everything:
- ✅ True privacy: no data leaves your device.
- ✅ Ownership: notes are just plain Markdown files on your disk.
- ✅ Performance: instant load times, zero network lag.
- ✅ Longevity: your notes will still open decades from now, even if the app disappears.
The trade-off — or maybe not
People often think privacy means giving up convenience. But a well-designed local-first app doesn’t feel restrictive — it feels peaceful. You don’t worry about syncing errors, account logins, or “export” buttons.
You just open a folder and write.
Mdit’s approach
Mdit is built on a simple principle:
“Your thoughts stay with you.”
It doesn’t track usage, store analytics, or sync your data to the cloud.
Every note is a local .md file that you can edit with any app, move anywhere, or back up however you like.
Mdit isn’t trying to know you. It’s trying to get out of your way.
Mdit — a privacy-first Markdown app for focused writing.