# Note!

> The ultimate simple notes app!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1446333652](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1446333652)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1446333652`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** RIEU Limited
- **Category:** Productivity
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (1,046 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.1
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-10
- **First published:** 2018-12-14
- **Size:** 4.69 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/note/id1446333652)
- **Website:** [http://rieu.co.nz](http://rieu.co.nz/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://rieu.co.nz/privacy.html](http://rieu.co.nz/privacy.html)

## Description

Note! is a minimalist Chrome extension designed for fast, plain-text note taking. It keeps notes sorted by the latest modification and lets you pinch to zoom text size for comfortable viewing.

It also includes a simple passcode lock to protect your notes on shared devices, reflecting a focus on speed, privacy, and ease of use.

## Rankings

- #54,154 — Overall
- #65 — note

## Review summary

Note! is praised for its clean, text-only, minimal design that makes quick note-taking seamless and free to use. However, it is plagued by intrusive ads that disrupt workflow, with many users requesting bulk export/backup and easier device migration. The absence of cloud sync and an affordable ad-free option are frequent complaints, along with a few feature gaps. Overall, it’s appreciated for simplicity but needs better monetization and data-management features to improve productivity and reliability.

### Pros

- Simple, elegant, and efficient note-taking with a minimal interface.
- Text-only design avoids formatting clutter and makes jotting notes easy.
- Free to use with no mandatory sign-up and notes can be easily shared.
- Fast capture of ideas and convenient features (e.g., first word as title, pinch-to-zoom) that support quick note-taking.

### Cons

- Intrusive ads disrupt usage (full-screen video ads, pop-ups, sometimes loud) and many reviews call for an ad-free version.
- No bulk export/backup or easy migration between devices; backing up or moving data is difficult when switching phones.
- No built-in cloud sync/iCloud support to keep notes in sync across devices; migration issues are common.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1446333652)