Markd review
A focused, file-based Markdown notebook for users who value portability and control.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
Markd is a local-first note-taking application for people who want portable Markdown files and folder-based organization on macOS or Linux. Its desktop app saves notes as plain .md files on the user's disk and does not require an account. The feature set covers writing, organization, navigation, and lightweight knowledge management: a rich-text Markdown editor, folders and subfolders, ranked title and content search, wiki-style links, backlinks, YAML frontmatter, typed properties, todos, tags, filtering, bookmarks, and keyboard-focused controls. The desktop app is free and open source.
The strongest fit is Markd's file-based workflow. Notes remain readable Markdown files rather than being locked into a proprietary note database, and the listed integrations include iCloud Drive, Dropbox, git, and Obsidian. That combination suits users who already organize files through folders or version-control workflows and want structured notes without giving up direct access to the underlying documents. Command-palette access and keyboard navigation add efficiency for users who prefer shortcuts, while properties, backlinks, and ranked search extend the app beyond a basic text editor.
Markd also offers a publishing path through Markd Cloud, which can publish connected notes and linked images. Cloud is described as an optional paid service, so publishing is distinct from the free desktop application. The product is therefore a practical choice for Mac and Linux users who prioritize clean local Markdown, links, and folder organization. It is less suitable for anyone requiring a broader platform range, or for buyers seeking a single desktop-and-cloud plan that includes publishing by default. The AI agent is described as coming soon rather than as a current feature.
Questions about Markd
What does Markd run on? macOS and Linux. It runs as a desktop app and in the cloud.
What does Markd integrate with? 4 integrations: iCloud Drive, Dropbox, git and Obsidian.
Who is Markd built for? Solo users and small businesses (our editorial estimate).
Markd pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Saves clean Markdown files directly to the user's disk
- Combines links, properties, todos, search, and folders
- Free, open-source desktop app with optional cloud publishing
- Where it doesn't
- Available on macOS and Linux, not other listed platforms
- Publishing and hosted images use the optional Markd Cloud service
- The AI agent is described as coming soon
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