I Built a Markdown Editor That Deliberately Does Less

There's a particular kind of frustration that comes from wanting something simple and never finding it. I built PaperLab because I was tired of Notion's loading times and Obsidian's complexity. Every time I sat down to write, I found myself configuring systems about writing instead of actually writing. I wanted the blank page back. PaperLab is built with a few stubborn principles: Instantly Fast : Opens like a light switch. All data is local-first in IndexedDB. The cloud syncs quietly in the background, but never makes you wait. Architectural Privacy : I didn't want to just write a privacy policy. I wanted to make it architecturally impossible for me to read your notes. With E2E encryption enabled, the server only stores encrypted blobs. Your passphrase never leaves your device. Intentionally Simple : No plugins. No AI. No databases. Just a clean, three-pane interface for writing. It's a tool for those who want a room with good light and a closed door. Try it: https://paperlab.ink Happ