Notes

Madekoo

About this app

Privacy Friendly Notes (PFA)

The notes app developed by the SECUSO research group at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Privacy Friendly Notes (PFA), is a unique solution for Android device users seeking privacy without sacrificing essential functionality. This app belongs to the Privacy Friendly Apps group, and stands out for its minimal permissions and lack of intrusive advertising.

Main features:

Versatile Note Types:

Plain text notes
Checklist notes
Audio notes
Sketchnotes
Efficient Organization:

Group your notes into categories for easier organization.
Assign reminders to notes so you don't miss important deadlines.
Export and Local Storage:

Export your notes directly to your device storage.
Maintain full control over your information without relying on external servers.
Minimum Permissions:

The application requires only essential permissions for its functionality.
The "RECORD_AUDIO" permission is only requested to record audio notes.
"WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" is used to export notes to local storage.
Post-Reboot Notifications:

The "RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED" permission is used to reschedule notifications after a reboot, ensuring you don't miss any important reminders.
Privacy Comparison:

Compared to similar top apps on the Google Play Store, Privacy Friendly Notes stands out with an average of just 11.7 required permissions (December 2016), while other apps often request invasive permissions such as location and full storage access.
For more information:
Visit secuso.org/pfa to learn more about the app and the SECUSO research group's initiatives. Try Privacy Friendly Notes for a secure, efficient, and distraction-free note-taking experience.

Application distributed and modified with the GNU General Public License v3.0
This application is open source.