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WriteFreely vs AFFiNE

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WriteFreely compared with AFFiNE
DetailWriteFreelyAFFiNE
What it doesMinimalist, federated, self-hosted blogging platform Open-source knowledge base combining docs, whiteboards, databases, and AI in one local-first workspace
StageEstablished Growing
FoundedNot given 2022
Based inNot given SG
Pricing modelfree freemium
PricingNot given Free forever with 10 GB cloud storage and up to 3 members per workspace. Pro at $6.75/month with 100 GB storage and up to 10 members. Team at $10/seat/month for unlimited team members. Believer Plan one-time purchase of $499.99 for lifetime Pro access. Self-hosting available with MIT-licensed editor
Key features
  • Fast, auto-saving editor
  • Distraction-free writing experience
  • ActivityPub federation
  • Markdown and HTML formatting
  • Multiple blogs per user
  • Hashtag organization
  • Photo and video support
  • MathJax rendering
  • Robust API
  • SEO best practices
  • Document and note editing with blocks
  • Whiteboard and visual canvas
  • Database and table management
  • Desktop and mobile apps
  • Self-hosting and Docker support
What makes it different
  • No distracting notifications, news feeds, or engagement metrics
  • Runs on minimal resources, compatible with Raspberry Pi
  • Easy installation as simple executable binary
  • Federated reach via ActivityPub protocol
  • Focus on writing with friction-free publishing
  • Open-source with MIT-licensed editor and source-available backend
  • Local-first design ensures full user data control
  • Unified workspace combining docs, whiteboards, and databases without tool switching
  • Serves as both Notion alternative and Confluence alternative
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)74 no change since last check72 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)3125
Citation Flow (Majestic)6546
Referring domains (Majestic)24332243

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