Offline note taking app for students who want to write without an internet connection
It's an offline note taking app built for students who need to write anywhere — no Wi-Fi, no account, no distractions.
Your notes are plain files on your own laptop, so you can study on a plane, in a library basement, or between classes without worrying about syncing.
NeoGlint is free for students forever, with no subscriptions, no cloud, and no telemetry.
Download it for Windows, write your first note in seconds, and keep every file you create.
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Every note you take in NeoGlint is a plain JSON file stored on your own disk — by default in Documents/NeoGlint/Spaces. There's no server, no account, and no sync process deciding when your work travels. That means it works exactly the same in a lecture hall with spotty Wi-Fi, on a train with no signal, or in airplane mode.
- Zero setup: open the app and start writing. Autosave happens as you type — no save button, no prompts.
- Quick capture: press Ctrl+T to open a temporary space that survives a crash or close, then name it later to keep it permanently.
- Your files, your rules: use Dropbox, Google Drive, a USB stick, or an external drive to back up. The app stays offline; you decide how to move files.
- Markdown that's yours: export to Markdown, HTML, JSON, plain text, or PDF. Files stay compatible with other Markdown editors.
- Built for sustained writing: headings, lists, task lists, tables, and inline code are all keyboard-friendly. Spellcheck is off by design so you can stay in the flow.
Because NeoGlint is deliberately single-purpose, there's almost nothing to learn. You won't configure plugins or manage workspaces. You get a minimal editor that stays out of your way, and an offline core that never phones home. It's Windows-only today — there's no mobile app or web version — so it's a focused desktop tool for students who do their real writing on a laptop.
Pricing is simple: $0 FOREVER. That covers personal and commercial use, with no subscriptions, no accounts, and no paid upgrades. You can import existing Markdown by pasting it into a new Space, and you can move your Space files between machines by moving the .json files themselves. If you want a note taking app that works offline by design and keeps your notes in your own hands, this is it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are my notes stored?
Each note — called a Space — is a standard JSON file on your disk. By default they live in your Documents folder under NeoGlint/Spaces. You can move, copy, or back up those files like any other file on your computer.
Do I need to back up my notes?
Yes. NeoGlint has no cloud sync and no server, so backing up is your responsibility. Use an external drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, or whatever you already trust. The app stays local; you control the copies.
Is it really free? Are there hidden costs?
It's free for personal and commercial use — $0 forever. There are no subscriptions, no paid tiers, and no in-app purchases. You download it and keep it.
Does it work on a laptop without internet?
Yes. NeoGlint is fully offline by design. No account, no cloud sync, no telemetry. You can write in airplane mode, in a basement, or anywhere else without an internet connection.
Can I use my existing Markdown files?
Yes. You can paste existing Markdown into a new Space, or move NeoGlint .json Space files into the NeoGlint Spaces directory. Files produced by NeoGlint are standard Markdown and work in other Markdown editors.
Is there a mobile version for students on the go?
Not currently. NeoGlint is a Windows desktop application, focused on giving you a high-quality writing experience on a laptop or desktop. There is no mobile app or web version today.