What is CHARE?
CHARE is an open-source, self-hosted alternative to proprietary note taking apps like Microsoft OneNote or Evernote. It allows users to create digital notebooks to take notes, sketch ideas, organize research, manage tasks, and more from any device.
Some key features of CHARE include:
- Flexible note organization with notebooks, sections, and pages
- Rich text formatting for titles, lists, highlights, etc.
- Support for images, audio recordings, code snippets, LaTeX equations, and attachments
- Tagging and links between notes for quick navigation
- Real-time collaboration for teams with access control and revision history
- Cross-platform apps for web, desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux), iOS, and Android
- Synchronization across devices with end-to-end encryption
- On-premise or cloud hosting options for data privacy and ownership
As an open source project, CHARE places priority on user privacy and ownership. All data remains under the user's control rather than belonging to a third-party service. The software is also customizable by developers and organizations to suit specific needs.
For individuals and teams looking for a private, versatile note taking platform, CHARE presents a full-featured alternative to mainstream options without recurring subscription fees or data mining.
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