A free, open-source second brain — notes live as local Markdown files with native Git history and built-in AI agents, no proprietary database.
Tolaria stores every note as a plain Markdown file with YAML frontmatter on disk — no database, no lock-in. A block-based editor adds slash commands, wikilinks, and media previews on top, while a fully integrated Git client commits and syncs the whole vault across devices.
Why it makes the list
It pairs a Notion-style editor with files you actually own, plus version history for free — notes you can diff, branch, and roll back like code.
Standout features
- Markdown + YAML frontmatter, stored locally — open any note in a plain text editor
- Integrated Git client for commits, history, and cross-device sync without a proprietary sync service
- Wikilinks and note relationships, with custom views over your vault
- Built-in AI agents (Claude Code, Codex, and direct model providers) that can read and edit your notes
Pricing
Free forever, open source under AGPL-3.0-or-later. No account required.
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