Obsidian Download: Free Markdown Note-Taking App
Obsidian 1.14.5 · for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS
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- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Android
- iOS
The download link points to the program’s official source; the file is not hosted on this site. Link address: obsidian.md
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Obsidian is a note-taking and knowledge base app that keeps notes as plain Markdown files on your device. The current version is 1.14.5, released on October 22, 2026; it is free for personal and commercial use.
Obsidian treats your notes as ordinary text files in a folder you control. That means no lock-in: if you stop using the app, your notes are still readable in any text editor.
Key features
- Local Markdown files: Notes live in a folder (a “vault”) on your device.
- Links between notes: Connect ideas with [[wikilinks]] and see backlinks for every note.
- Graph view: A visual map of how your notes connect.
- Plugins and themes: Thousands of community plugins add calendars, task lists, kanban boards and more.
- Canvas: An infinite board for arranging notes, images and links.
How to download and install
- The Download button opens the official download page on obsidian.md.
- Pick your system. The Windows installer is about 342 MB; macOS and Linux (AppImage, deb, tar.gz) builds are also available, and mobile apps are in the app stores.
- On first launch, create a new vault or open an existing folder of Markdown files.
Paid add-ons
Obsidian is free for all purposes, including work, and a commercial license is optional. Sync (encrypted syncing between devices) and Publish (hosting notes as a website) are optional paid services; you can also sync the vault folder with any tool you already use.
Pros
- Notes stay as plain files on your device
- Powerful linking and graph view
- Huge plugin ecosystem
Cons
- Syncing between devices is a paid add-on
- Not open source
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Obsidian free?
Yes. Obsidian is free for personal, commercial and non-profit use. Only the optional Sync and Publish services cost money.
Where does Obsidian store my notes?
In a folder on your own device, as plain Markdown files. You choose the folder when you create a vault.
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