AppFlowy
- About
- Open-source alternative to Notion.
- Catalogue
- No. 011
- Category
- Data & Content
- Founded
- 2021, Singapore
- GitHub stars
- ★ 77.3k

Overview
AppFlowy is an open-source, self-hosted workOS for knowledge management and collaboration. Built with Flutter and Rust, it offers a customizable workspace for notes, databases, and collaboration, with a strong focus on privacy and data ownership.
What it does well
AppFlowy provides a privacy-focused alternative to Notion, allowing users to host their own data. It offers a familiar interface with customizable blocks, databases, and collaborative features. Built with performance and security in mind, AppFlowy leverages Rust's speed and Flutter's cross-platform capabilities to deliver a smooth user experience across different devices and operating systems.
Why it’s in the collection
AppFlowy stands out for its commitment to open-source development and user privacy. It offers Notion-like functionality without compromising on data ownership, making it an excellent choice for individuals and organizations who want control over their data. The use of Flutter and Rust ensures a responsive, native-like experience across platforms, while the open-source nature allows for community contributions and customizations.
On GitHub
- Stars
- 77,331
- Forks
- 6,067
- Commits
- 7,210
- Repository
- AppFlowy-IO/AppFlowy
Languages
- Dart 71.8%
- Rust 23.5%
- C++ 3.2%
- Other 1.5%
Compared with
NotionPopular all-in-one workspace, but cloud-based and less privacy-focused.
ObsidianMarkdown-based note-taking app with local storage, but lacks built-in collaboration features.
AnytypeNo. 007Another open-source Notion alternative with a focus on data ownership, but with a different tech stack.
CodaPowerful document and workspace tool, but not open-source and less focus on privacy.
See every open-source alternative to Notion in the collection.



