Online Notepad
Write notes in a clean plain-text editor that auto-saves to your browser. Draft ideas, meeting notes, or code snippets — with word count, download, and persistence across sessions without creating an account.
Read: Online Notepad Guide: Auto-Save Notes in Your Browser →
- Free to Use
- No Signup
- Privacy Friendly
How to use the online notepad
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Start typing
Click the editor and write. Text auto-saves to browser local storage as you type — no save button needed.
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Check word count
See live word and character counts in the status bar. Useful for drafts with length targets.
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Download or clear
Download as a .txt file or clear the pad to start fresh. For detailed stats, use the word counter.
How It Works
Notes are saved automatically to your browser's localStorage under the key tetrakits_notepad. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Word count — splits on whitespace; empty text = 0 words
- Character count — includes spaces and line breaks
- Download — exports plain UTF-8 text (.txt file)
Why Use This Tool?
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Auto-Save
Notes persist in your browser between sessions.
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Word Count
Live character and word count as you type.
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Download
Export notes as a plain text file anytime.
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Private
Notes stay on your device — never uploaded to servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are my notes saved automatically?
Yes. Text auto-saves to browser local storage. Notes persist when you close the tab and return later on the same device and browser.
Are notes uploaded to a server?
No. Everything stays in your browser local storage. Clear browser data will delete saved notes.
Can I use this on mobile?
Yes. The editor works on phones and tablets. Auto-save functions the same way.
How do I back up my notes?
Use the download button to save a .txt copy. Local storage alone is not a backup if you clear browser data.
Is this online notepad free?
Yes. Unlimited notes with no signup or account required.
Quick Notes Without an App Install
Meeting scribbles, shopping lists, and draft paragraphs need a friction-free place to land. A browser notepad with auto-save and download covers ephemeral notes without account signup or cloud sync concerns.