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Logseq

A privacy-first, open-source knowledge base

4.40(2847 reviews)
Founded: 2020Updated: September 10, 2025
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Logseq is a privacy-first, open-source platform for knowledge management and collaboration. It focuses on building a second brain with connected notes, utilizing block-based structure for organizing thoughts and ideas.

Key Features

Block-based structure
Bidirectional linking
Graph visualization
Daily journals
Local-first storage
Plugin ecosystem
Markdown support
PDF annotation
Flashcards
Task management
Whiteboard mode
Privacy-focused

Pros

  • Completely free core features
  • Privacy-first and local storage
  • Open source and extensible
  • Block-level organization
  • Strong community support
  • No vendor lock-in
  • Powerful plugin system
  • Works offline completely

Cons

  • Steeper learning curve
  • Can be slow with large graphs
  • Mobile apps need improvement
  • Sync requires paid plan
  • Block structure may feel limiting
  • Less polished than commercial alternatives

Integrations

Readwise
Zotero
Anki
Todoist
GitHub

Pricing

Free

Free
  • Unlimited notes and blocks
  • Graph view
  • Local storage
  • Block references
  • Daily journals
  • Plugin support

Logseq Sync

$5/monthly
  • All free features
  • End-to-end encrypted sync
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Version history
  • Priority support

Quick Info

Platforms
Web
macOS
Windows
Linux
iOS
Android
Pricing Model
freemium
Founded
2020