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BlockNote

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Spec score 8.3 #8 of 37 in Rich Text Editor Software

What it is

BlockNote is an open-source rich-text editor for developers adding document editing to web applications. It is suited to knowledge bases, note-taking apps, document editors, and internal tools, with a ready-made animated interface and block-based documents to start from. Developers can add custom block types, change menus, or build a UI from scratch. The editor is built on ProseMirror and TipTap; real-time collaboration uses Yjs, with providers including Liveblocks, PartyKit, Y-Sweet, Hocuspocus, y-websocket, and y-webrtc. Documentation lists y-indexeddb for offline storage. BlockNote imports and exports its JSON format and HTML, while conversions to standard HTML and Markdown are marked lossy. XL packages add AI integration, multi-column layouts, and exports to PDF, DOCX, ODT, and email. They are free for open-source projects under GPL-3.0; closed-source use requires a commercial license. The Community plan is free, and Business is $195 a month, billed yearly. It runs self-hosted or on the web.

Spec sheet

Product
BlockNote is an open-source, modular rich-text editor for developers building modern web applications.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Integrations
The editor is built on ProseMirror and TipTap, and its collaboration feature uses Yjs.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Privacy
The privacy policy says personal data is handled in accordance with the GDPR and lists TLS or comparable secure connections and need-to-know employee access as safeguards.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Support
Priority Support includes a 48-hour first-response time and direct access through GitHub, email, and a dedicated Slack channel.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Maker
The about page says BlockNote is developed by engineers led by Matthew Lipski, Nick Perez, and Yousef El-Dardiry.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Collaboration
Yjs providers listed for collaboration include Liveblocks, PartyKit, Y-Sweet, Hocuspocus, y-websocket, and y-webrtc.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Customization
Developers can create custom block types, customize menus, or build their own UI from scratch.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Editor experience
BlockNote provides a ready-made animated UI with minimal setup and a block-based document structure.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Formats
The editor supports importing and exporting BlockNote JSON and HTML, while standard HTML and Markdown conversions are marked lossy.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Limits
The pricing FAQ says there are no limits on the number of documents or users, and that documents and users remain on the customer's own infrastructure.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Offline use
The collaboration documentation lists y-indexeddb for offline storage.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Paid features
XL packages include AI integration, multi-column layouts, and exports to PDF, DOCX, ODT, and email; closed-source use requires a commercial license.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Use cases
The editor powers editing experiences for knowledge bases, note-taking apps, document editors, and internal tools.Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org

Plans and prices

Community Free Free All blocks & UI components · drag-and-drop editing · real-time collaboration · XL packages free for OSS under GPL-3.0 Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Business $195 a month $2,340 billed yearly; page also shows “$390/mo now -50%” Commercial license for XL packages · one application per license · standard support Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org
Enterprise Priced on request Custom Custom licensing · dedicated support · feature development · onboarding and integration guidance Read 3 Oct 2026 · blocknotejs.org

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Ready-made animated UI and block-based documents
  • Custom blocks, menus, or a fully custom UI
  • Yjs collaboration with several listed providers
  • No limits on documents or users
  • Community plan includes real-time collaboration

Limits

  • Standard HTML and Markdown conversions are lossy
  • Closed-source XL use requires a commercial license
  • Business costs $195 a month, billed yearly

Who it suits

BlockNote suits developers building document-editing features for web applications who want a ready-made editor they can customize. Teams considering XL packages should account for the commercial license required for closed-source use.

Verdict

BlockNote pairs a ready-made editing experience with room to build custom blocks and interfaces. Its format conversions and licensing terms are worth checking against the intended project.

Where Specifiction places it

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