Shutter - Speed-First Note App
A note-taking app that keeps up with your thinking
You have something to write, but the app is still loading. You need to find a note, but you’re clicking through folders three levels deep. Shutter is a note-taking app built to eliminate that waiting.
Features
1. Speed Comes First Launch, type, search. Every interaction is designed with perceived speed as the top priority. The moment you want to write, you’re already writing.
2. Focused on Writing and Finding No feature bloat. Shutter polishes just two experiences that a note app truly needs: writing and finding.
3. Your Data Stays Yours Your notes are never sent to a server. Data is stored in your browser and never leaves your device. Write freely, knowing no one else can read it.
Comparison
| Shutter | Notion | Obsidian | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch speed | Instant | Slow | Average |
| Learning curve | Low | High | High |
| Data handling | Stored in browser | Cloud sync | Local files |
| Privacy | No server transmission | Server-stored | Fully local |
| Feature approach | Writing & finding only | All-in-one | Plugin-based |
| Price | Free | Freemium | Freemium |
FAQ
Q. Is Shutter free? A. Yes. All core features are provided completely free of charge.
Q. Where is my data stored? A. Your data is stored in your browser (IndexedDB). Nothing is ever sent to a server.
Q. How is Shutter different from Notion? A. Notion is an all-in-one workspace. Shutter focuses on just two things: writing and finding. It differentiates itself through launch speed and simplicity.
Q. How is Shutter different from Obsidian? A. Obsidian is designed around plugin-based customization. Shutter requires no setup — you can start writing the moment you open it.
Q. Can I use Shutter offline? A. Yes. Since data is stored in your browser, you can use Shutter without an internet connection.
Q. Which browsers are supported? A. Shutter will support modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
Coming Soon
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