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SiYuan

SiYuan is a personal knowledge management system that prioritizes privacy, supports Markdown, and offers block-level referencing and bidirectional linking.

3 sources 42,209 stars Self-hosted AGPL-3.0

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SiYuan interface screenshot

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About

SiYuan is a robust personal knowledge management system designed with privacy at its core. It offers a unique blend of features that cater to users who value data security and efficient information organization. Key features of SiYuan include: SiYuan stands out by combining the power of block-level referencing, bidirectional links, and a privacy-first approach. This makes it an ideal tool for users who need to manage complex information structures while maintaining control over their data. Whether you're a researcher, writer, or knowledge worker, SiYuan provides the tools to refactor your thinking and build a comprehensive personal knowledge base.

Highlights

The capabilities most worth remembering

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Complete offline usage

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End-to-end encrypted sync

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Block-level editing

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Bidirectional linking

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WYSIWYG editor

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AI integration

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Database functionality

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Spaced repetition

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