Free productivity tools

Visual note-taking and mind mapping app for knowledge workers.

Advanced data-driven note-taking and organization app.

A social platform for creative research and curation. Save, organize, and connect ideas across images, links, text, and files. The thinking person's Pinterest.

Speech-to-text tool that transcribes voice into written words.

Private note-taking app with AI memory and end-to-end encryption.

AFFiNE is an innovative app designed for note-taking, task management, and collaborative work. It combines the functionalities of a whiteboard, document editor, and project management tool into one flexible platform. With its intuitive interface, users can create and organize notes, brainstorm ideas on digital whiteboards, and collaborate in real-time with others. AFFiNE supports markdown formatting, allowing for easy customization and formatting of notes. The app is geared toward enhancing...

Open-source note-taking and knowledge graph system.

TeuxDeux is a minimalist task management app designed to help you organize your daily and weekly tasks with ease. Its user-friendly interface allows you to quickly add, edit, and manage your to-do lists in a clean, drag-and-drop format. One of its standout features is the automatic rollover of unfinished tasks to the next day, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks. The app also supports recurring tasks, Markdown for formatting, and custom colors for a personalized touch. Available on web...

Draw.io is a web-based diagramming tool that allows users to create a wide range of diagrams, including flowcharts, UML diagrams, network diagrams, and more. It offers an intuitive drag-and-drop interface with a variety of shapes and templates. Users can collaborate in real-time, and it integrates with platforms like Google Drive, OneDrive, and GitHub for easy saving and sharing. The tool is free to use and doesn't require any installations, making it accessible and convenient for both...

Open-source note-taking app with encryption and syncing features.

Tool to prioritize tasks and goals with visual mapping.

Tool to generate keyboard workouts / practice sequences (Toolooz).

Compare and convert between world time zones easily.

Exact time and time zone comparisons globally.

Visual overview of all global time zones.

Interlude is a practitioner-guided reflection space that helps clients do meaningful work between therapy sessions — without pretending to be a therapist itself.

OnlineNotep.ad is a free, browser-based notepad that lets you quickly take notes without signing up. It autosaves your text locally, provides word-count tools, and offers clean, no-fuss editing so you can start writing instantly.

Tweek is a minimalist online tool designed for task management and weekly planning. It offers a simple, paper-like interface that allows users to organize their tasks by week, helping them stay focused and productive. The platform is intuitive and easy to use, making it ideal for those who prefer a straightforward approach to planning without the complexity of more feature-heavy apps. Tweek also supports collaboration, allowing users to share their plans with others.

Bubbl.us is a website that allows you to create bubble maps very easily. It is a great way to brainstorm ideas and plan things out. The free version is limited in some ways, but for the most part, you can use Bubbl.us for free and still get a lot out of it.

Digitized version of Brian Eno and Peter Schmidt's famous card deck. Draw a card for a lateral-thinking prompt to break creative blocks. Used by musicians and artists worldwide.

Records a process once and turns it into a step-by-step guide with screenshots. Great for documentation and onboarding.

AI-powered transcription and meeting notes platform.

AI writing assistant offering smart suggestions as you type.

AI meeting assistant that records, transcribes, and summarizes conversations.

AI-powered note-taking app that organizes your knowledge automatically.

AI tool for researching and summarizing technical content visually.

AI-based tool for research, content generation or summarization (emergent).

The site “VideoGameManual.com” is a large online archive featuring scanned instruction manuals for a wide array of video games (especially older titles). It lets users browse through publisher by console-platform and download PDFs of game manuals. However, note that the legality of some of the collections may be unclear, and you'll sometimes see full lists of titles or magnet links grouped by console.

Spaced repetition flashcard system for efficient memorization.

Adaptive flashcard learning platform based on cognitive science.

AI assistant that reads, summarizes, and answers questions about your documents.

Leo Babauta's archive of essays on minimalism — applied to work, possessions, design, and digital life. Short, focused reads on doing more with less.