Free forever. Pro when you need it.
strayfiles is fully-featured for free. Pay $10/month for Stray Cloud encrypted sync. Native iPhone and iPad app access is included with Pro. The App Store launch is currently in review. Simple pricing for teams.
Free
Full-featured, local-first. No account required. Yours forever.
$0
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Unlimited Notes
Index as many Markdown files as you want from any folders.
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Full-text Search
Search by title, content, or tags across all your notes.
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Tags & Workspaces
Organize with virtual workspaces — no folder restructuring.
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Git Sync
Auto commit/pull/push to keep devices in sync via Git.
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Local Version History
Snapshots and restore, even without Git installed.
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Docs & Email Support
Self-serve help through the docs, plus email support when you need it.
Pro
Native iPhone and iPad app access is included with Pro. The App Store launch is currently in review. Eligible accounts start with a 30-day free trial.
$10/month
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Everything in Free
All local features, plus Stray Cloud and mobile.
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Native iOS App Access
Browse, search, and edit your notes on the go with the iPhone and iPad app included with Pro. The App Store launch is currently in review.
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Stray Cloud
End-to-end encrypted sync across all your devices.
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Cloud Version History
Full version history stored securely in Stray Cloud.
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Team Ready
$10/user. Same features, same simplicity for teams.
| Included | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Core Features | ||
| Everything you need to manage Markdown Full-featured note management on both plans. No artificial limitations. | ||
| Unlimited Notes Index as many Markdown files as you want from any folders. | ||
| Full-text Search Search by title, content, or tags across all your notes. | ||
| Tags & Workspaces Organize with virtual workspaces and custom tags. | ||
| Native iOS App Browse, search, and edit your notes on the go with the iPhone and iPad app included with Pro. The App Store launch is currently in review. | In review | |
| Sync Options | ||
| Keep your devices in sync Choose how you want to sync — from Git to Stray Cloud. | ||
| GitHub Sync Auto commit/pull/push to keep devices in sync via Git. | ||
| Stray Cloud End-to-end encrypted sync with instant updates. | ||
| Version History | ||
| Never lose your work Local snapshots on Free, full cloud history on Pro. | ||
| Local Snapshots Automatic local snapshots with diff viewer. | ||
| Cloud Version History Full version history stored securely in the cloud. | ||
| Point-in-Time Restore Restore any note to any previous version. | ||
| Support & Teams | ||
| Help when you need it Docs and email support on both plans. Teams: $10/user. | ||
| Docs & FAQ Self-serve help through the docs, guides, and FAQ. | ||
| Email Support Contact the strayfiles team for billing, setup, and account help. | ||
| Team Access Add team members at $10/user with shared workspaces. | ||
| Download | Upgrade to Pro | |
Questions? We've got answers.
Everything you need to know about how strayfiles works, syncs, and keeps your notes organized.
Do I need to move my files into a special folder?
Nope. strayfiles indexes files wherever they already live. Point it at ~/notes, ~/dev/docs, or any mix of folders. Your structure stays intact.
How does the opt-in system work?
Add a simple YAML frontmatter block to any Markdown file you want indexed. Files without it are ignored. You control exactly what's included.
What sync options are available?
Free tier: Git Sync (auto commit/pull/push). Pro tier adds Stray Cloud with end-to-end encryption.
Is my data private?
Yes. The free tier is 100% local — nothing leaves your device unless you choose GitHub Sync. Pro tier uses end-to-end encryption; we can't read your notes.
What platforms are supported?
Native macOS and Linux CLI support today, plus native iPhone and iPad app access with Pro. The App Store launch is currently in review.
Can I use strayfiles without an account?
Absolutely. The free tier requires no account, no signup, no cloud. It's fully local-first and works offline.
What happens if I edit the same note on two devices?
strayfiles uses UUID-based conflict detection with version counters. If conflicts occur, you'll get conflict copies — no silent overwrites.
How is version history handled?
Local snapshots are stored automatically. You can view diffs and restore any version, even without Git installed. Pro adds cloud-stored history.
What's the strayfiles.toml file?
A project-level config that defines which folders to scan, exclude patterns, and workspace presets. Place it at the root of any folder you want to index.
Is there a trial for Pro?
Eligible Pro accounts start with a 30-day free trial so you can test Stray Cloud before committing. Returning subscribers are charged immediately. Cancel anytime.