What is HackFlowy?
HackFlowy is a free and open-source alternative to Roam Research for networked thought, note-taking, and knowledge management. Developed using Electron, HackFlowy works cross-platform on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Key features of HackFlowy include:
- Backlinks - Interconnect your thoughts and build a graph of ideas
- Tags - Organize notes with tags and relationships between tags
- Graph view - Visualize the connections in your notes
- Local-first design - Your data stays private on your own device
- Markdown notes - Write notes in markdown format
- Apps and plugins - Extend functionality with JavaScript
- Dark mode - Toggle between light and dark themes
- Works offline - Your knowledge base is available anytime
As an open-source app, HackFlowy is customizable to suit your personal knowledge management needs. Developers can also contribute to evolving the project on GitHub. With its local-first approach, HackFlowy puts you in control of your data while enabling Roam-style networked thought.