Ghostnote review
A focused Mac app for attaching notes and todos directly to your digital workspace.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
Ghostnote is a macOS note-taking and todo application built around context rather than standalone pages. It lets users attach notes and todos to files, folders, applications, documents, and websites, while also providing a browser for conventional and contextual notes. This makes it a strong fit for Mac users who want reminders, annotations, and working context to stay close to the items they reference. Its focused workflow is less suitable for people who need a cross-platform notebook or team-oriented workspace.
The standout feature is the ability to place notes inside the environments where work happens. Users can annotate documents inside applications, add notes to websites, and use customizable keyboard shortcuts to reach contextual notes quickly. Custom scripting adds another layer for users who want to tailor the workflow. Evernote integration and support for Dropbox, iCloud, and Google Drive folders extend its fit across existing personal file systems, while RTF export provides a straightforward way to take formatted content elsewhere.
Ghostnote is a paid product with a 14-day trial and no free plan. The purchase link currently leads to a checkout error, and the product site presents outdated compatibility information, including references to macOS Catalina and High Sierra. Those signals make the buying path less clear than the feature set itself. Choose Ghostnote if contextual Mac notes, application annotations, scripting, and local workflow shortcuts matter most. Choose another note-taking app if you need Windows or mobile support, collaboration, a free tier, or a clearer current purchasing experience.
Questions about Ghostnote
Is there a free trial of Ghostnote? Yes: a 14-day free trial.
What does Ghostnote run on? macOS. It runs as a desktop app.
What does Ghostnote integrate with? 4 integrations: Evernote, Dropbox, iCloud and Google Drive.
Who is Ghostnote built for? Solo users and small businesses (our editorial estimate).
Ghostnote pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Attaches notes and todos to files, folders, apps, and websites
- Supports custom scripting, shortcuts, menu-bar access, and RTF export
- Connects with Evernote, Dropbox, iCloud, and Google Drive
- Where it doesn't
- Runs only on macOS
- Has no free plan
- Purchase link currently leads to a checkout error
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