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3/15/2024
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Lokus Team

Introducing Lokus: The Future of Knowledge Management

Why we built Lokus, our philosophy on local-first software, and what's coming next.

We are thrilled to announce the public release of Lokus, a new kind of note-taking app designed for the way your brain actually works.

The Problem with Modern Tools

Most modern productivity tools are:

  1. Slow: They run in the browser and depend on your internet connection.
  2. Locked In: Your data is trapped in their proprietary formats.
  3. Rigid: They force you into a specific hierarchy (folders, lists, etc.).

The Lokus Philosophy

Lokus is different. We believe in:

1. Local-First

Your data lives on your device, in plain Markdown files. You own it. Forever.

2. Speed as a Feature

Lokus is a native app. It opens instantly, searches instantly, and never shows you a loading spinner.

3. Networked Thought

Ideas don't live in isolation. Our Graph View and Backlinks let you connect thoughts organically, building a web of knowledge that grows with you.

What's Next?

This is just the beginning. We have a roadmap packed with features like:

  • End-to-End Encrypted Sync (Available now!)
  • Canvas for infinite brainstorming
  • Plugin System for community extensions

Download Lokus today and start building your second brain.