Online Notepad

A simple, powerful text editor in your browser with auto-save, word count, find & replace, dark mode, and download. Free, private, runs entirely in your browser.

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Features

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Auto-Save

Your text is automatically saved to localStorage as you type. Come back later and your content is still there. Press Ctrl+S for instant save.

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Find & Replace

Search for text with match counting, find next occurrence, replace individual matches or replace all at once. Navigate through matches easily.

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Dark Mode

Toggle between light and dark mode for comfortable editing in any environment. Your preference is saved and remembered between sessions.

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Download as .txt

Download your text as a plain .txt file with a single click. File is generated entirely in your browser using the Blob API.

About Online Notepad

An online notepad is a browser-based text editor that lets you write and edit plain text without installing any software. This notepad goes beyond basic text input by offering productivity features like auto-save, find and replace, dark mode, font customization, and fullscreen editing -- all while keeping your data entirely private in your browser.

Auto-Save with localStorage

This notepad uses the browser's localStorage API to automatically save your text 500 milliseconds after you stop typing. LocalStorage provides persistent storage that survives browser restarts, tab closures, and even computer reboots. Your text is stored as a simple key-value pair on your device and is never transmitted over the network.

Privacy and Security

Unlike cloud-based note-taking apps, this online notepad stores all data exclusively in your browser. No accounts, no servers, no telemetry. Your text never leaves your device. This makes it ideal for writing sensitive notes, drafting confidential content, or working in environments where data privacy is critical.

Use Cases

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this notepad save my text automatically?
Yes, this notepad automatically saves your text to your browser's localStorage every 500 milliseconds after you stop typing. Your text persists across browser sessions -- even if you close the tab and reopen it later, your content will still be there. You can also press Ctrl+S (or Cmd+S on Mac) to save immediately.
Is my data private?
Yes, all your text is stored locally in your browser's localStorage. No data is ever sent to any server, logged, or tracked. Your content stays entirely on your device and is never accessible to anyone else. Clearing your browser data (localStorage) will remove saved content.
Can I download my text as a file?
Yes, click the Download button in the toolbar to save your text as a .txt file. The file is automatically named with the current date (e.g., notepad-2026-03-27.txt). The download is generated entirely in your browser using the Blob API -- no server interaction required.
Does this notepad support find and replace?
Yes, the find bar lets you search for text and see how many matches exist. Click Find to jump to the next match. Enter replacement text and use Replace to replace the current selection, or Replace All to replace every occurrence at once. The search wraps around when it reaches the end of the text.
What features does this notepad include?
This notepad includes auto-save to localStorage, live word/character/line count, download as .txt, undo/redo, find & replace with match count, dark/light mode toggle, adjustable font size, monospace font toggle, and fullscreen mode. All features work offline once the page is loaded.
Does this notepad work offline?
Once the page is loaded, the notepad works entirely offline. All features including auto-save, find & replace, font controls, dark mode, and download run using client-side JavaScript. Your text is saved to localStorage which persists even without an internet connection.

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