Why most online notepads aren't really private
Many "private" notepads still store your notes on their servers — they just promise not to look at them. That's a policy, not a technical guarantee. If the notes touch a server, they can potentially be accessed, subpoenaed, breached, or sold.
Use This Notepad avoids this entirely by never sending your notes anywhere. The privacy isn't a promise — it's a technical reality.
What about analytics?
We may use anonymous analytics (like Google Analytics) to understand how many people visit the site. This collects general data like page views and browser type — not your note content. See our privacy policy for full details.
Is this suitable for sensitive information?
Use This Notepad is significantly more private than cloud-based note apps. However, for highly sensitive information, consider that your browser itself, your operating system, and your device could still be points of vulnerability. No browser-based tool is a substitute for end-to-end encrypted tools designed for sensitive data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you read my notes? No. Technically impossible — your notes are stored in your browser, not on our servers.
What happens if I clear my browser data? Your notes will be deleted along with all other locally stored data. Use the Save button to download a copy first.
Is it private on a shared computer? Your notes are in the browser's localStorage for that browser profile. Anyone with access to that profile on the same computer could view them. Use a private/incognito window on shared devices.
Do you share data with advertisers? Note content is never shared. See our privacy policy for full details on analytics and advertising.