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Blinko vs flatnotes
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| Fact | Blinko | flatnotes |
|---|---|---|
| Language | TypeScript | Vue |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Stars | 11k | 3.2k |
| Latest | 1.8.8 | v5.5.5 |
| Last push | 2026-08-27 | 2026-08-29 |
| Release cadence | about 32 days between releases | about 96 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 3 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Google Keep. Alternatives to Google Keep →
Full replacementBlinkoQuick Markdown notes as cards with tags and AI search, on your own server.
PartialflatnotesMarkdown notes in a self-hosted web app, stored as flat files with full-text search.
Blinko
Blinko
unsigned The latest release, 1.8.8, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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flatnotes
unsigned The latest release, v5.5.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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