Your notes become AI memory. Local-only, no subscription.
Novi Notes isn't just a note app — it's a local AI memory layer for your Mac. Any AI on your machine can instantly read and write your notes. Open Claude or any MCP client and ask. No API keys, no cloud, no config. Rich block editor with 15 block types, wiki links, backlinks, daily notes, manuals, and post-its. Knowledge flows from quick capture to polished reference — AI works across the entire lifecycle. One-time purchase. No subscription, ever. Your data never leaves your Mac.
Novi is MCP-native, meaning Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Gemini, and Codex can search, create, update, and delete notes directly through standardized MCP tools. AI can summarize standups, draft TODOs from logs, or rewrite documents in place without leaving the chat.
Novi provides 15 block types (text, headings, lists, checklists, code, tables, Mermaid diagrams), daily notes with auto-rollover TODOs, document versioning, post-its, calendar integration, and voice-to-text transcription—all in one native macOS app without switching tools.
Novi's Workspace sidebar integrates Claude Code subagents, slash commands, and project memory management. Users can edit agent files as Markdown, view live previews, and keep project context synchronized with their notes—all locally on Mac.
Novi requires no account or sign-up, stores data in local SwiftData format, and supports Markdown and PDF export. Users can back up to GitHub, restore from backup, and switch repositories without losing access to their notes.
Novi stores all notes locally on your Mac using SwiftData, never syncing to servers. It integrates directly with Claude, Gemini, and Codex via MCP protocol, allowing AI to read and write notes without API keys or cloud accounts. One-time $4.99 purchase eliminates recurring fees.