Notion alternative free that actually encrypts your notes
Notion alternative free letting you write notes and manage tasks on a kanban board without Notion's complexity, block limits, or AI paywalls - and with real end-to-end encryption Notion does not offer.
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TaskNote vs Notion
| Feature | TaskNote (Free) | Notion (Free) |
|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | Yes - zero-knowledge | No |
| Kanban board | Yes - unlimited tasks | Limited - requires database setup |
| Block/note limits | Unlimited | Block limit on free plan |
| Reminders | Free | Paid plans only |
| Offline access | Yes - full offline | Limited |
| AI features | None - no upsell | Paid add-on |
| Setup time | Instant | Complex database setup |
Simpler than Notion, works immediately
Notion requires setting up databases, templates, and views before you can manage a simple task list. TaskNote opens to a notes editor and a kanban board - both work immediately with no configuration. Write a note, add a task, drag it to Done.
- No database setup required
- Notes editor ready immediately
- Kanban board with no configuration
- One click to start a new note or task
Encrypted notes, Notion has none
Notion does not offer end-to-end encryption. Your notes are readable by Notion, and a breach would expose your content. TaskNote encrypts every note on your device before syncing. Even TaskNote cannot read your notes.
- AES-256-GCM end-to-end encryption
- Encryption key never leaves your device
- Breach-proof - server stores only ciphertext
- Zero-knowledge: TaskNote cannot read your content
TaskNote vs Notion
Is TaskNote actually free unlike Notion?
Yes. TaskNote's free plan includes unlimited notes, a kanban board, reminders, and end-to-end encryption with no block limits and no AI upsell. Notion's free plan limits blocks and pushes AI features as paid add-ons.
Is TaskNote simpler than Notion?
Yes. TaskNote focuses on personal notes and task management. There are no databases, no templates marketplace, no complex permissions, no workspace settings - just notes and a kanban board that work immediately.
Does TaskNote have encryption that Notion lacks?
Yes. TaskNote uses end-to-end encryption. Notion does not offer end-to-end encryption - your notes are readable by Notion employees and could be accessed in a breach. TaskNote encrypts on your device before syncing.
Can I migrate my notes from Notion to TaskNote?
Yes. Export your Notion pages as Markdown and paste them into TaskNote notes. The rich text editor supports the same formatting as Notion's basic text blocks.
Does TaskNote have a kanban board like Notion?
Yes. TaskNote includes a full drag-and-drop kanban board with unlimited tasks and columns. Unlike Notion's database views, the TaskNote kanban board requires no database setup - it works out of the box.
Does TaskNote use AI on my notes?
No. TaskNote does not have an AI assistant and does not use your note content for any AI purpose. Notes are end-to-end encrypted - they cannot be used for AI training.
The free Notion alternative with real encryption
Notes and kanban board without the complexity, block limits, or AI upsells. Encrypted, free forever.
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