# MaxNote — Notes, To-Do Lists

> Convenient and beautiful notebook — notes, checklists, files, color categories..

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.maxciv.maxnote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.maxciv.maxnote)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.maxciv.maxnote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MaxCiv
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 347,103
- **Rating:** 4.39 / 5 (2,644 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-26
- **First published:** 2020-02-07
- **Publisher country:** RU
- **Size:** 27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.maxciv.maxnote)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://maxciv.github.io/MaxNote-Privacy-Policy/](https://maxciv.github.io/MaxNote-Privacy-Policy/)

## Description

MaxNote is a convenient and visually appealing notebook extension that helps you create and organize notes and to-do lists efficiently. It supports adding pictures and audio recordings, multiple color-coded categories, autosave, and cloud backup with syncing across devices. Customization options include themes such as dark and light mode, text size adjustments, and list display types like compact or grid view.

Advanced features include text search with highlighting, note sharing, pinning favorites, and sorting options for lists and checklists by different criteria. The unique "Reachability" feature lets you pull down your list for easier access on large displays with seasonal themed layouts. Widgets allow quick note and checklist access, making MaxNote an all-in-one solution for productivity and organization.

## Rankings

- #120,806 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.maxciv.maxnote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

MaxNote is praised for its ease of use, strong organization, and rich customization, with support for text, audio, and photo notes and good cross-device syncing. However, several reviews highlight reliability issues around sign-in and backups across devices, plus occasional stability problems. Users appreciate the flexible formatting and ADHD-friendly organization, but some want improved per-note search and encryption in future updates.

### Pros

- Easy to use with a clean, organized UI.
- Rich customization options, including colors, fonts, backgrounds, and color-coded categories.
- Supports multiple note formats (text, voice, photos) and long-form content.
- Strong organization and intuitive navigation that helps manage notes efficiently.
- Cross-device syncing and backups with easy sign-in on new devices.

### Cons

- Sign-in and backup reliability across devices can fail (being logged out or unable to sign in).
- Backup/restore reliability is inconsistent (backup exists but restore may not work).
- Occasional stability issues (freezes, crashes, or typing problems after some use).

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