Online Notepad - Free Text Editor

Our online notepad is a simple, clean, and powerful text editor that runs entirely in your browser. Perfect for quick notes, drafts, coding, writing, and any plain text editing needs. No registration required, no data sent to servers - everything is processed locally for maximum privacy and security.

Key Features

Auto-Save: Your text is automatically saved to your browser's local storage
File Support: Upload and download various text file formats
Real-Time Statistics: Word count, character count, and line count
Fullscreen Mode: Distraction-free writing environment
Quick Actions: Add separators, timestamps, and copy functionality
Responsive Design: Works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Privacy-Focused: All processing happens locally in your browser

Supported File Formats

Our notepad supports a wide range of text file formats for both upload and download:

Text Files: .txt, .md (Markdown)
Data Files: .json, .csv, .xml, .yaml, .yml
Web Files: .html, .css, .js
Programming Files: .py, .php, .java, .cpp, .c

How to Use the Online Notepad

Start Writing: Click in the text area and begin typing your notes
Upload Files: Use the "Upload" button to load existing text files
Download Your Work: Click "Download" to save your text as a .txt file
View Statistics: Toggle the stats panel to see word and character counts
Use Fullscreen: Click "Fullscreen" for a distraction-free writing experience
Quick Actions: Use the bottom toolbar for common tasks like adding timestamps

Privacy and Security

Your privacy is our top priority. This notepad tool:

Processes all text locally in your browser
Does not send any data to our servers
Uses browser's local storage for auto-save functionality
Allows you to clear all data at any time
Works completely offline once loaded

Use Cases

Quick Notes: Jot down ideas, reminders, and thoughts
Draft Writing: Create drafts for articles, emails, or documents
Code Snippets: Store and edit code snippets
Meeting Notes: Take notes during meetings or lectures
To-Do Lists: Create and manage task lists
Data Processing: Edit CSV, JSON, or other data files
Creative Writing: Write stories, poems, or other creative content
Learning: Take study notes and create summaries

Keyboard Shortcuts

While our notepad doesn't have custom keyboard shortcuts, you can use standard browser shortcuts:

Ctrl+A (Cmd+A on Mac): Select all text
Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac): Copy selected text
Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on Mac): Paste text
Ctrl+Z (Cmd+Z on Mac): Undo last action
Ctrl+Y (Cmd+Y on Mac): Redo last action
Escape: Exit fullscreen mode

Tips for Better Writing

Use Separators: Add horizontal lines to separate different sections
Add Timestamps: Use the timestamp feature to mark important moments
Regular Saves: While auto-save is enabled, consider downloading important work
Fullscreen Mode: Use fullscreen for focused writing sessions
File Organization: Use descriptive filenames when downloading your work

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my text data secure and private?

Yes, absolutely! All text processing happens locally in your browser. No data is sent to our servers, ensuring complete privacy and security. Your text is only stored in your browser's local storage for auto-save functionality, and you can clear it at any time.

Can I use this notepad offline?

Yes! Once the page is loaded, you can use the notepad completely offline. All functionality including auto-save, statistics, and text editing works without an internet connection.

What file formats can I upload and download?

You can upload and download various text-based file formats including .txt, .md, .json, .csv, .html, .css, .js, .py, .php, .java, .cpp, .c, .xml, .yaml, and .yml files. The tool preserves the original formatting and line breaks.

How does the auto-save feature work?

The auto-save feature uses your browser's local storage to automatically save your text as you type. This means your work is preserved even if you accidentally close the browser or navigate away from the page. The saved text will be restored when you return to the notepad.

Can I use this notepad on mobile devices?

Yes! The notepad is fully responsive and works great on mobile devices, tablets, and desktop computers. The interface adapts to different screen sizes, and all features are accessible on touch devices.

What happens if I clear my browser data?

If you clear your browser's local storage or cookies, any auto-saved text will be lost. We recommend downloading important work regularly using the "Download" button to ensure you don't lose your content.

Can I collaborate with others using this notepad?

This notepad is designed for individual use and doesn't support real-time collaboration. However, you can easily share your work by downloading the text file and sending it to others, or by copying and pasting the content into other applications.

Is there a character or word limit?

There's no hard limit set by our tool, but your browser's local storage has a typical limit of 5-10MB per domain. For very large documents, we recommend downloading your work regularly to avoid hitting storage limits.