# Glance Note for Simplenote

> Glance Note is a note application syncing with Simplenote.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fangleness.glancenote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fangleness.glancenote)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.fangleness.glancenote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** lonesomebit
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 11,437
- **Rating:** 1.33 / 5 (124 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.6.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-22
- **First published:** 2012-05-24
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 5.19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fangleness.glancenote)
- **Website:** [https://lonesomebit.com](https://lonesomebit.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lonesomebit.com/privacy.html](https://lonesomebit.com/privacy.html)

## Description

Glance Note is a powerful note-taking Chrome extension that seamlessly syncs with Simplenote. It allows users to create, view, edit, and delete notes easily, enhancing productivity on the go. Key features include keyword and tag search, note sorting, tag editing, and note settings such as pinning and markdown support. 

Users can switch between plain text and markdown preview modes for versatile note formatting. Glance Note also supports quick note creation via Intent, optimizing workflow. To remove ads, users can opt for the paid "Glance Note Extension" for an uninterrupted experience. This extension is ideal for efficient note management with Simplenote integration, suited for professionals and students alike.

## Rankings

- #536,478 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.fangleness.glancenote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Glance Note is praised for being fast, lightweight, and simple with good markdown support and tagging features. However, many users report critical issues with syncing reliability, especially after updates, leading to data loss. The interface could be more user-friendly, with easier editing and better search access. Users also request an ad-free paid version. Overall, it is considered a good Simplenote client but needs improvements in sync stability and UI usability.

### Pros

- Fast and lightweight app for quickly inputting notes.
- Good markdown support and ability to sort and assign tags.
- Simple and works well for saving ideas and finding them easily.
- Allows viewing notes without entering edit mode and explicit refresh.
- Suitable Simplenote client with better performance than other alternatives.

### Cons

- Sync function issues, especially after update, causing data loss and broken syncing.
- User interface needs improvement, including search bar placement and easier editing mechanisms.
- Lack of automatic syncing and requirement to manually save and sync notes.
- Presence of ads with requests for a paid version to remove them.
- Occasional issues with note duplication in tags and installation problems on some devices.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fangleness.glancenote)