DulyNote is built on a local-first storage model, designed to prioritize privacy, performance, and data ownership.
Why Local-First?
Unlike traditional applications that store data on remote servers, DulyNote keeps all data entirely on your device. This approach provides several key benefits:
- Offline Access: Your library remains fully functional without an internet connection, except when accessing third-party URLs.
- High Performance: Data is stored locally, eliminating server latency and loading delays.
- Built-In Security: Your private content is not exposed to centralized servers or potential data breaches.
Data Architecture
DulyNote uses a high-performance embedded database (SQLite via Drift) to store notes, tags, and metadata.
- Isolated Storage: Imported files such as PDFs and images are stored within DulyNote's private data directory.
- Structured Zones: "Owned" and "Inbox" items are maintained in separate storage zones to ensure clear organization and data integrity.
Digital Ownership
With cloud-only applications, access to your data is effectively rented. DulyNote gives you full control. Using the .dnote export format, you can back up or migrate your entire library at any time, without dependency on a service provider.
💡 Tip
Run periodic full backups to protect your data in case of device loss or failure.