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EnglishWhich platforms does Tangent Notes run on, and how do I download it?
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Tangent Notes runs on Mac, Windows, and Linux, and you download it from the official website, tangentnotes.com, using the Download Tangent link on the page. The site describes it as "a clean and powerful open source notes app" for those three desktop platforms. No account or sign-up step is mentioned for getting started, so the download link is the entry point.
Platform support at a glance
| Platform | Supported | How you get it |
|---|---|---|
| Mac | Yes | Download from tangentnotes.com |
| Windows | Yes | Download from tangentnotes.com |
| Linux | Yes | Download from tangentnotes.com |
| Mobile (iOS/Android) | Not mentioned | — |
| Web/browser app | Not mentioned | — |
The site only names the three desktop operating systems. If you need a phone or browser-based version, the available material doesn't confirm one exists, so treat desktop as the supported scope.
How to download and start using it
- Go to tangentnotes.com.
- Select the Download Tangent link on the page.
- Install and open the app on your Mac, Windows, or Linux machine.
- Start writing. Notes are saved as Markdown files stored locally on your device, so you can open or edit them with any text editor.
Expected result: a working desktop notes app whose files live on your own machine rather than in a hidden cloud account.
If you prefer to build from source
Tangent Notes is open source under the Apache 2.0 license, and the site says its source code is on GitHub. The homepage doesn't spell out build steps or a direct repository URL, so if you want the source route, look for the GitHub link on the site rather than assuming a package name or install command.
What to know before you commit
- Local-first storage: because notes are plain Markdown on your device, you keep control of the files and aren't locked into a proprietary format. This also means backup and sync are your responsibility unless you set them up yourself.
- No pricing barrier indicated: the site states "Free Forever" and open source licensing. That's the site's own claim; no paid tiers or payment platforms appear in the available information.
- No account mentioned: nothing on the page describes creating a login to use the app, which fits the local-file model.
- Desktop only, as described: plan around Mac, Windows, or Linux. Don't assume a mobile companion app.
If your main requirement is a free, open-source Markdown notes app on a desktop OS, the download link on tangentnotes.com is all you need to begin. If you need mobile access or built-in cloud sync, check the site or GitHub project for updates before relying on it.