
LightNotes: Fast & Private
Markdown notes app
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone
iPhone
LightNotes is the fastest, most private note taking app for iPhone and iPad. Take smart notes with markdown support, organize your thoughts instantly, and keep your data secure with Face ID protection. Perfect for developers, students, writers, and anyone who values productivity and privacy.
FAST NOTE TAKING
Instant response, even with large texts. Create, edit, and organize notes without delays. Built with Swift for native iOS performance that outperforms web-based competitors.
COMPLETE PRIVACY
Your notes stay on your device - no cloud required. No registration, no tracking, no data collection. Complete control over your personal information with local storage only.
MARKDOWN SUPPORT
Professional text formatting made simple. Full markdown syntax support with live preview. Perfect for technical documentation, code snippets, and structured writing.
BEAUTIFUL THEMES
Three carefully crafted color palettes plus automatic dark mode. Clean, distraction-free interface that adapts to your preferences and lighting conditions.
SECURE NOTES
Face ID and passcode protection for sensitive information. Military-grade encryption keeps your private thoughts completely secure from unauthorized access.
MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT
Full localization in 10 languages: English, Russian, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Portuguese and Dutch. Native language support for global users.
NATIVE iOS EXPERIENCE
Built exclusively for iOS with Swift and SwiftUI. Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem, optimized for all iPhone models.
PERFECT FOR DEVELOPERS
Code snippets, technical notes, and markdown documentation. Syntax highlighting support and export options for development workflows.
IDEAL FOR STUDENTS
Quick study notes, research organization, and offline access. No internet required - perfect for classrooms and libraries with limited connectivity.
GREAT FOR WRITERS
Distraction-free writing environment with markdown formatting. Export to multiple formats including PDF, HTML, and plain text for publishing workflows.
PRIVACY-FOCUSED USERS
Local storage means complete data ownership. No cloud synchronization, no server uploads, no privacy concerns. Your data never leaves your device.
KEY FEATURES
• No ads, no subscriptions, no registration required
• Works completely offline - no internet connection needed
• Export notes - plain text, and more
• Minimal app size - won't slow down your device
• Regular updates with new features and improvements
• Responsive customer support and active development
EXPORT AND SHARING
Share your notes in multiple formats. Export to PDF for presentations, HTML for web publishing, or plain text for maximum compatibility. Seamless integration with other iOS apps.
Download LightNotes today and experience the perfect balance of simplicity, power, and privacy. Your thoughts deserve the best note taking app available.
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Dutch Language Support
LightNotes now speaks Dutch! Full localization for our friends in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Enhanced Markdown Lists
We've significantly improved list support in markdown:
- Nested lists - Create multi-level bullet points with proper indentation
- Mixed list types - Combine bullets, numbers, and checkboxes seamlessly
- Better formatting - Lists now display with improved spacing and alignment
Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed performance issues with markdown rendering
- Resolved threading warnings for better stability
- Improved overall app responsiveness
- Enhanced text parsing accuracy
Quality of Life
- Smoother editing experience
- More reliable markdown preview
- Better handling of complex documents
- Consistent formatting across all note types
Supported Languages
LightNotes is now available in 10 languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, and Hindi
Thank you for using LightNotes! Your privacy-first notes app that works offline, with no ads or tracking.
The developer, Oppeldt Dmitrii, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Provider
- Oppeldt Dmitrii
- Size
- 3.8 MB
- Category
- Productivity
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 16.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 13.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
English and 9 more
- English, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © LightNotes inc.