Papier

Open a new tab and trap your best thoughts.

Papier - A Thought-Capturing Chrome Extension

Papier is a simple and distraction-free Chrome extension. Ideal for capturing the average 60,000 thoughts a person has per day, users can simply open a new tab and start typing their thoughts. Papier automatically stores the notes directly in Chrome, eliminating the need for accounts or syncing. Made by Muxu.Muxu, Papier creates a perfect environment for focusing on content and organizing thoughts.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2 Overrides new tab
Users: 40,000+
Version: 1.4.2 (Last updated: 2021-10-16)
Creation date: 2021-10-16
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 1.07M
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Papier (v2.0.3)
654 4.30 (3)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Simple and clean interface
  • Great for quick note-taking
  • Useful for brainstorming and organizing ideas
  • Easy to use with keyboard shortcuts
  • Minimalistic design
Cons
  • No synchronization or backup options
  • Compatibility issues with Manifest V3
  • Formatting limitations (such as bullets, bold/italics)
  • No recovery options for lost notes
  • Disappearing notes after clearing browsing data
Most mentioned
  • Lack of synchronization and backup capabilities
  • Need for better formatting options
  • Issues with compatibility and potential removal from Chrome
  • Desire for additional features like themes and fonts
  • Concerns about notes disappearing
User reviews
Possible to retrieve content ?
by Arnaud Cheyssial, 2025-03-03

It's a pity that new versions are not released. Chrome asks to remove the extension. (

is this gone forever?
by joven, 2025-01-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Papier requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Medium Can alter new tab settings; fairly benign but with some capability to affect user experience.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Papier. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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