Introducing Jotter: Minimalist Open-Source Notes App (Kotlin/Jetpack)

SELF PROMOTION

I've released Jotter v1.0.0 – a simple, privacy-focused note-taking app built from scratch with modern Android tech. No cloud, no trackers, just local storage under GNU GPL v3. Perfect for quick ideas, lists, or locked secrets.

Key Features:

  • Light/dark/system themes + dynamic colors
  • Local import/export (backup anywhere)
  • Note locking + secure screen (blocks screenshots)
  • Tags, archive, trash for organization
  • Multiple view modes + haptics for smooth feel
  • Fast & lightweight – offline-first​

Built with Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, MVVM (Hilt/Room), targeting Android 8+. Grab the APK from GitHub Releases or clone the repo to build yourself: https://github.com/OpenAppsLabs/Jotter​

Just submitted to F-Droid – fingers crossed! Feedback welcome: bugs, features, or dev tips? Trying to grow my Open Apps suite of FOSS apps. Thanks for checking it out! 🚀

Posted Dec 1, 2025, 7:03 PM UTC

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