Your Data.
Your Device. Your Rules.
Local-first means your data lives on your computer, not someone else's server. It works offline. It syncs when you want. And no one can take it away.
What Local-First Actually Means
Data Ownership
Your notes, tasks, and captures are stored in local files. You can back them up, move them, or delete them - no permission needed.
Works Offline
No internet? No problem. Every feature works offline. Changes sync automatically when you reconnect.
Privacy by Default
Your data never touches our servers unless you explicitly enable sync. No analytics on your content. No AI training on your notes.
Cloud-First vs Local-First
Cloud-First Apps
- Data stored on company servers
- Requires internet to function
- Company can access, analyze, or lose your data
- Service shuts down = data at risk
- Subscription required to access your own notes
Local-First (Metis)
- Data stored on your device
- Works fully offline
- Only you can access your data
- App works forever, even if company disappears
- One-time purchase, permanent access
How It Works Under the Hood
RxDB (Reactive Database)
Your data is stored in a local reactive database. It's fast, sync-ready, and designed for offline-first applications.
- • JSON document storage
- • Real-time queries and subscriptions
- • Built-in replication protocol
Optional Sync
Want to sync between devices? Enable it in settings. Your data is encrypted in transit and you can disable sync anytime.
- • Opt-in, not required
- • WebSocket real-time sync
- • Conflict resolution (last-write-wins)
Local-First, Feature-Rich
Explore all the features that work locally on your device