# Inkdrop > Inkdrop is a note-taking app for Markdown lovers. Built for software developers, designers, and writers who want to organize their thoughts and knowledge efficiently with a powerful, hackable Markdown editor. ## Inkdrop Features ### Core Writing & Editing - **Markdown Editor**: Powerful editor with GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) support - **Live Preview**: Side-by-side editing and real-time preview - **Syntax Highlighting**: Code blocks with highlighting for 100+ programming languages - **Distraction Free Mode**: Hide UI elements to focus on writing - **Rich Text Support**: Tables, task lists, footnotes, and alerts - **Color Code Preview**: Inline visualization of HEX, RGB, and HSL colors - **Image Management**: Embed, resize, and manage images directly in notes ### Note Organization - **Notebooks**: Hierarchical folder structure with unlimited nesting - **Tags**: Multi-tag support with emoji compatibility - **Note Statuses**: Track notes as Active, On Hold, Completed, or Dropped - **Pin Notes**: Keep important notes at the top - **Advanced Search**: Powerful search with qualifiers (book:, tag:, status:, title:, body:) - **Note History**: Navigate through previously viewed notes ### Security & Privacy - **End-to-End Encryption**: AES-256 encryption for all data - **Zero-Knowledge Architecture**: Your password never leaves your device - **Two-Factor Authentication**: TOTP-based 2FA support - **Local-First Design**: Full functionality offline - **Self-Hosted Option**: Use your own CouchDB-compatible sync server - **Transport Security**: TLS/SSL for all data transfers ### Cross-Platform Sync - **Desktop Apps**: Native apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux - **Mobile Apps**: Full-featured iOS and Android applications - **Automatic Sync**: Seamless synchronization across all devices - **Offline Mode**: Work without internet, sync when connected - **Revision History**: Restore previous versions of any note - **Continuous Backup**: Automatic local backups while working ### Integration & Extensibility - **Plugin System**: 100+ community plugins available - **Theme Support**: Customizable UI, syntax, and preview themes - **Vim Mode**: Complete Vim keybinding support - **Web Clipper**: Browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox - **Mobile Share**: Save content via iOS/Android share sheets - **Alfred & Raycast**: macOS launcher integrations - **MCP Server**: AI integration for Claude, ChatGPT, and other LLMs - **Custom Keybindings**: Fully customizable keyboard shortcuts ### Developer Features - **Local API**: HTTP API for third-party integrations - **Plugin Development**: Comprehensive API for custom plugins - **Theme Creation**: Design your own UI and editor themes - **Command Line Tool**: ipm (Inkdrop Plugin Manager) - **Custom URI Schemes**: inkdrop:// protocol for automation - **Direct Database Access**: CouchDB-compatible local database ### Import & Export - **Evernote Import**: Migrate notes from Evernote - **Kindle Highlights**: Import Kindle reading highlights - **Markdown Export**: Export notes as standard Markdown files - **Web Publishing**: Share notes publicly with unique URLs - **Data Portability**: Full control over your data - **HTML Import**: Import notes from other applications ### Productivity Features - **Quick Note**: Create notes with global shortcuts - **Note Templates**: Reusable templates for common note types - **Multi-Selection**: Batch operations on multiple notes - **Note Linking**: Create connections between related notes - **Task Management**: Interactive checkboxes and status tracking - **Global Search**: Find anything across your entire note collection ### Additional Features - **Math Support**: LaTeX formula rendering (via plugin) - **Emoji Support**: GitHub-style emoji codes - **Touch Gestures**: Swipe navigation on supported devices - **Mouse Navigation**: Back/forward buttons support - **Network Proxy**: Corporate firewall compatibility - **Auto-Update**: Keep the app up-to-date automatically - **Multi-Language**: Interface localization support ## Pricing - [Pricing Page](https://www.inkdrop.app/pricing): Current subscription plans - **Monthly Plan**: $9.98/month - **Annual Plan**: $8.31/month (billed $99.80 annually) - **Free Trial**: 30-day trial with full features - **Includes**: Cloud sync, unlimited notes, 30GB storage - **No Setup Fees**: No hidden costs or additional charges ## Documentation & Resources - [Documentation](https://docs.inkdrop.app/): Comprehensive guide on using Inkdrop - [API reference](https://developers.inkdrop.app/): Customize and create your own plugins - [Plugin Directory](https://my.inkdrop.app/plugins): Browse and install community plugins - [FAQ](https://docs.inkdrop.app/faq): Frequently asked questions ## Blog & Updates - [Blog](https://www.devas.life/): Developer insights and thoughts by Takuya Matsuyama - [What's New](https://forum.inkdrop.app/c/announcements/14): Latest announcements and release notes ## Community & Support - [User Forum](https://forum.inkdrop.app/): Community discussions and support - [Discord Server](https://docs.inkdrop.app/start-guide/join-discord-server): Real-time chat with the community - [Contact](https://docs.inkdrop.app/contact): Get in touch with support - [X (Twitter)](https://x.com/inkdrop_app): Follow for updates and tips ## Legal - [Terms of Use](https://docs.inkdrop.app/terms): Service terms and conditions - [Privacy Policy](https://docs.inkdrop.app/privacy): How we handle your data ## Optional - [Reviews](https://senja.io/p/inkdrop/GZUsjb): User testimonials and reviews