Sticky Notes Reimaginedfor Modern Desktops
Free, offline, fully customizable, and portable sticky notes for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Paste anything, set reminders, use custom backgrounds, and manage your thoughts with ease.
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Why Sticky Notes?
Sticky notes have been helping people think, plan, and get things done for decades — no manual needed. Research shows spatial organization and visual cues naturally boost memory and focus. BetterStickies is built to keep that simplicity while adding the benefits of digital: searchable, customizable, always on your screen. No accounts, no cloud, no tracking. Your notes stay on your device — always.
Simple tools, done right.
Powerful Features
Everything you need for efficient note-taking and task management
Custom Backgrounds
Express yourself with animated GIFs, custom images, or solid colors as note backgrounds. Make every note uniquely yours.
Code Blocks
Paste or type code with automatic language detection and theme-aware styling. Supports Python, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, and more.
Paste Anything
Text, links, screenshots, files, and code — paste anything. Images display inline with resize options. Code is auto-detected and formatted. Your digital scratchpad for everything.
Reminders
Set simple desktop reminders with sound alerts and system notifications.
Pin & Always on Top
Lock notes in place and keep them visible above all windows while you work.
Rich Text Formatting
Add titles, create todo lists, insert links, and highlight important text to organize your notes.
Hover Preview
Hover over pasted images and PDFs to see a quick preview without opening them.
Snap to Grid
Easily organize and align your notes on the desktop with snap-to-grid placement.
More Features
Search & Restore
Find any note instantly and recover deleted notes from trash whenever you need them.
RTL Support
Native support for Arabic, Hebrew, and other right-to-left languages with automatic detection.
Export to JSON
Export your notes as JSON files - no vendor lock-in, your data stays yours.
Multi-Monitor Support
Spread your notes across all your screens seamlessly.
No Installation
Download and run instantly - no setup, no admin rights needed.
Hide Notes
Temporarily hide notes to declutter your workspace instead of deleting them.
Drag & Resize
Freely position and resize your notes across multiple monitors with smooth interactions.
Cross-Platform
Works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux with consistent experience.
Offline Support
Fully functional without internet connection - complete privacy and reliability.
Nested Todos
Create hierarchical checklists with Tab/Shift+Tab indentation for complex tasks.
Custom Shortcuts
Remap any keyboard shortcut with smart conflict detection.
Collapsible Notes
Collapse notes to header-only view to save screen space.
Made for Every Workflow
Sticky notes are a proven method for capturing ideas. We're digitizing them right, with features that paper could never have.
- Always on Top keeps notes visible while browsing
- Paste links, screenshots, or text instantly
- Your inbox before Obsidian or Notion
- Pin folders and files to your desktop
- Position notes anywhere you need them
- Snap to grid for clean arrangements
- Quick reminders that actually get seen
- Todo lists without the complexity
- No learning curve, just start using it
- Solid colors, gradients, or GIF backgrounds
- Color-code by project or context
- Transform your desktop workspace
Loved by Users Worldwide
See what our community is saying about BetterStickies across the web
“Many highly functional sticky notes for Linux have disappeared due to the discontinuation of GNOME's API. Thank you for creating a sustainable, highly functional sticky note software. I am Japanese — thank you for providing input method support for Asian regions. I will continue to use this, and I hope it will support Linux for a long time.”
“I like it. Going to use this in my daily life and paid the $7 for premium/to support you. Thank you.”
“I'm really loving how I can put GIFs and pictures on my desktop. No other program does it as well as yours.”
“I was searching for something to replace simple sticky notes and came across a Reddit post.”
“This is really cool! Thanks!”
Free Forever, Premium Optional
BetterStickies is free to use. Premium helps fund continued development.
5 notes · 1 reminder · 1 GIF background — no time limits, no signup
Premium
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Remove All Limits
- Unlimited sticky notes
- Unlimited reminders
- Unlimited GIF backgrounds
Exclusive Perks
- Private Discord channel access
- 3× voting power on feature roadmap
- Early access to new features
No subscription. No recurring fees. Ever.
Your purchase directly supports an independent developer. Thank you for believing in community-driven software.
Fuel the Development
BetterStickies is built by a solo developer. Every coffee keeps the free version alive and new features coming.
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