Free ForeverOffline-First
Sticky Notes Reimaginedfor Modern Desktops
Free, offline, fully customizable, and portable sticky notes for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Paste anything, set reminders, use custom backgrounds, and manage your thoughts with ease.
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Sticky notes have been helping people think, plan, and get things done for decades — no manual needed. Research shows spatial organization and visual cues naturally boost memory and focus. BetterStickies is built to keep that simplicity while adding the benefits of digital: searchable, customizable, always on your screen. No accounts, no cloud, no tracking. Your notes stay on your device — always.
Simple tools, done right.
Powerful Features
Everything you need for efficient note-taking and task management
Custom Backgrounds
Express yourself with animated GIFs, custom images, or solid colors as note backgrounds. Make every note uniquely yours.
Creative
Code Blocks
Paste or type code with automatic language detection and theme-aware styling. Supports Python, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, and more.
Developer
Paste Anything
Text, links, screenshots, files, and code — paste anything. Images display inline with resize options. Code is auto-detected and formatted. Your digital scratchpad for everything.
Versatile
Reminders
Set simple desktop reminders with sound alerts and system notifications.
Handy
Pin & Always on Top
Lock notes in place and keep them visible above all windows while you work.
Essential
Rich Text Formatting
Add titles, create todo lists, insert links, and highlight important text to organize your notes.
Organized
Hover Preview
Hover over pasted images and PDFs to see a quick preview without opening them.
Quick Peek
Snap to Grid
Easily organize and align your notes on the desktop with snap-to-grid placement.
Organized
More Features
Made for Every Workflow
Sticky notes are a proven method for capturing ideas. We're digitizing them right, with features that paper could never have.
Loved by Users Worldwide
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Free Forever, Premium Optional
BetterStickies is free to use. Premium helps fund continued development.
Free version is fully functional
5 notes · 1 reminder · 1 GIF background — no time limits, no signup
Your purchase directly supports an independent developer. Thank you for believing in community-driven software.
Fuel the Development
BetterStickies is built by a solo developer. Every coffee keeps the free version alive and new features coming.
Already premium? You're already amazing. This is just extra fuel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about BetterStickies