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12 self-hosted alternatives to draw.io (2026)

Diagram software for making flowcharts, process diagrams, org charts, UML, ER and network diagrams.

License: Apache-2.0 · Language: Javascript/Docker source code

Joplin source

Note taking application with markdown editor and encryption support for mobile and desktop platforms. Runs client-side and syncs through a self hosted Nextcloud instance or similar (alternative to Evernote).

MITNodejs

Blinko source

A personal note tool with AI features.

AGPL-3.0Docker

DailyTxT

Encrypted diary Web application to save your personal memories of each day. Includes a search function and encrypted file upload.

MITDocker

Docs source

Collaborative note taking, wiki and documentation platform that scales.

MITK8S

flatnotes

Database-less note-taking web app that utilises a flat folder of markdown files for storage.

MITDocker

HedgeDoc source

Realtime collaborative markdown notes on all platforms, formerly known as CodiMD and HackMD CE.

AGPL-3.0Docker/Nodejs

Jotty source

Lightweight but powerful alternative for managing your personal, file based, notes and checklists.

AGPL-3.0Docker

Livebook source

Realtime collaborative notebook app based on Markdown that supports running Elixir code snippets, TeX and Mermaid Diagrams. Easily deployed using Docker or Elixir.

Apache-2.0Elixir/Docker

Many Notes

Markdown note-taking web application designed for simplicity.

MITDocker

Memos source

Knowledge base that works with a SQLite db file.

MITDocker/Go

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