Logseq
Logseq is a free, open-source notes and writing app for Windows, macOS and Linux. A privacy-first, open-source platform for knowledge management and collaboration. It has 45,404 GitHub stars and is released under the AGPL-3.0 license, and people use it instead of Roam Research and Obsidian.
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About Logseq
A privacy-first, open-source platform for knowledge management and collaboration Home Page | Blog | Documentation | Roadmap
Replaces
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- Roam Research
- Obsidian
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Is Logseq free and open source?
Yes. Logseq's source code is public on GitHub under the AGPL-3.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install Logseq?
Download the installer for Windows, macOS and Linux from its GitHub Releases page (latest: 2.0.2) or the project website.
Can Logseq replace Roam Research?
Logseq is commonly used as a free alternative to Roam Research and Obsidian. Features differ, so check that it opens the file formats and covers the workflows you rely on before switching.