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Work · September 4, 2017

Tempad

Subscription-Free, Synced & Secured Markdown Notes.

Tempad launched on September 4, 2017 with 214 votes, #117 of 3,073 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches.

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In plain words

Tempad is a free markdown note-taking app for iOS and macOS that syncs across devices without requiring a subscription or iCloud account. It emphasizes simplicity and distraction-free writing, offering cross-platform synchronization at no cost. The app is designed for users who want basic note-taking functionality without ads, account lock-in, or ongoing fees.

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From the sources

Tempad is a subscription-free, ad-free and simple yet innovative way of typing of note taking. Featuring forever free syncing with iOS + Android without iCloud lock-in. No hassle, no distractions, just you and your notes. macOS: FREE iOS: FREE Android: Was planned. Cancelled.

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