OpenVLT

Spec sheet

Purpose

OpenVLT is a self-hosted notes app that stores notes as plain Markdown files on your server.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Support

The documentation directs users to email support or open an issue on GitHub.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

License

The GitHub repository identifies the project as licensed under AGPL-3.0.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com

AI integrations

Users can connect ChatGPT or Claude subscriptions, or provide API keys for OpenAI, Anthropic, and OpenRouter.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Authentication

Authentication supports bcrypt-hashed passwords, optional WebAuthn biometric login, and a 24-word recovery key.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Canvas

Canvas notes support pressure-sensitive handwriting, shape recognition, configurable page sizes, and background patterns.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com

Data storage

Markdown files are the source of truth, while SQLite stores metadata, search indexes, and sync state rather than note content.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Editor

The Markdown editor includes wiki-links, foldable headings, slash commands, and more than 20 extensions.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com

Encryption

Locked notes use AES-256-GCM with a key derived from the lock password using PBKDF2; the key stays in the browser.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Install platforms

The quick install guide supports macOS and Linux, and the product also documents Docker deployment for servers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Note organization

Custom note properties can be shown in table or kanban views and are stored in YAML frontmatter.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com

Sync and backup

OpenVLT supports peer-to-peer sync between instances and Google Drive backups.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com

Sync limitation

Sync is document-level and asynchronous, and simultaneous edits can produce a conflict file for the user to review.Read 8 Oct 2026 · openvlt.com

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• Secure Notes Apps#19 of 307.7