jotty·page

jotty·page is an open-source application that provides a centralized space for managing personal checklists and notes. It utilizes a file-based storage system, saving all user data as Markdown and JSON files within a single directory. This architectural choice removes the requirement for a traditional database, making the software easier to back up and migrate. The application includes a rich text editor powered by TipTap, which offers full Markdown support and syntax highlighting for structured note-taking.

For task management, the software provides tools to create checklists with drag and drop reordering and progress bars. It supports both simple lists and more complex task projects that utilize Kanban boards and time tracking. Security is a core component, as the application implements industry standard PGP encryption to allow users to encrypt and decrypt their notes for increased privacy. Administrative controls are handled through a dedicated panel where admins can manage user accounts and track active sessions.

Collaboration is supported through the ability to share checklists or notes with other users on the same instance, or via public shareable links. The application is developed as a Progressive Web App (PWA), which allows it to be installed on mobile devices to function like a native app, including partial offline caching for pages already visited. For developers and power users, a REST API with authentication is available to enable programmatic access, automation, and integration with external scripts or dashboards.

Deployment is primarily managed through Docker, though the project also provides community scripts for Proxmox VE and templates for Unraid Community Applications. The software is positioned as a lightweight tool for self-hosting in homelab environments where data sovereignty and simplicity are prioritized.