Free & open source · Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS · Android

Download AFFiNE for offline notes, whiteboards, and local-first work

Need the fastest path? Start with the desktop app for full features, or explore the whiteboard and compare plans
Desktop apps
Windows 10+ · x64 & ARM64

Download AFFiNE for Windows

AFFiNE for Windows is a free, open-source notes and whiteboard app that works fully offline. Pick the installer that matches your PC — docs, databases, and the Edgeless whiteboard all run locally, no account required.

macOS 11+ · Apple Silicon & Intel

Download AFFiNE for Mac

AFFiNE for Mac brings offline docs, whiteboards, and local-first storage to macOS, with native builds for Apple Silicon (M-series) and Intel Macs.

Mobile apps

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The desktop advantage

Why download?

Work offline with your notes, docs, and whiteboards always available.
Use databases, linked docs, and planning views in one desktop workspace.
Open Edgeless for brainstorming, diagramming, and visual project planning.
Keep local-first control over where your files live and how your data syncs.
Specs

System requirements

  • Windows
    64-bit Windows 10 or later, with native installers for both x64 and ARM64 PCs.
  • macOS
    macOS 11 Big Sur or later, with separate builds for Apple Silicon (M-series) and Intel Macs.
  • Linux
    A modern 64-bit distribution such as Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, or equivalent, using the AppImage, .deb, or Flatpak package.
  • iOS & Android
    Free apps on the App Store and Google Play, kept in sync with your desktop workspaces through AFFiNE Cloud.

AFFiNE download FAQ

Can I use AFFiNE completely offline?

Yes. AFFiNE is local-first: the desktop app stores your docs and whiteboards on your device, so you can read and edit everything without an internet connection. Sync only happens when you choose to sign in to AFFiNE Cloud.

Where is my data stored when I use the desktop app?

Your workspace lives on your own machine, under your control. You can optionally sync a workspace to AFFiNE Cloud for backup and cross-device access, but local storage works with no account at all.

Is the AFFiNE desktop app free to download?

Yes. The app is open source and free to download on every platform. Optional Cloud plans add storage, sync, and collaboration on top of the free local experience.

What is the difference between Stable, Beta, and Canary builds?

Stable is the tested release recommended for daily work. Beta previews upcoming features with light testing, and Canary is the bleeding-edge build published as soon as it is built — expect rough edges there.

How do I update the AFFiNE desktop app?

New versions are delivered through the app's built-in updater, and you can always download the latest installer from this page. Release notes are published on What's New.

Do the mobile apps have the same features as the desktop app?

The iOS and Android apps focus on capturing and reviewing notes on the go, and stay in sync with your other devices through AFFiNE Cloud. The desktop app remains the most complete experience, including the full Edgeless whiteboard and local file control.

How do I move my notes to another computer?

Sign in to AFFiNE Cloud to sync workspaces across devices, or export individual docs (to Markdown or HTML, for example) and import them on the other machine.