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Markdown Locker — Local notes agents can trust
Local notes agents can trust
The short version
What is Markdown Locker — Local notes agents can trust?
Markdown Locker is a local-first markdown editor for Mac that stores notes as plain .md files. It allows users to connect AI agents via the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to read local files without uploading them to the cloud.
Enables AI agents to access local markdown files via MCP without requiring cloud synchronization or proprietary file formats.
Product capabilities
Key features
- Local-first storage
- Markdown editing
- MCP (Model Context Protocol) support
- Versioned Save
- Smart Paste
- URL to markdown conversion
- Browser extension
- Dictation
- AI Tidy
- Search
Ways to use it
Use cases
- Capturing notes
- Clipping web content
- Long-form writing
- AI-assisted note analysis
- Connecting local notes to AI agents
Who it is built for
Best for
At a glance
Strengths & considerations
Strengths
- Files remain on the local machine
- Uses standard .md files
- Supports AI agents without vault uploads
- Versioned file history
Things to consider
- Mac only
- Requires user-provided API keys for AI features
- Some features are restricted to the Pro version
Plan information
Pricing
Free for Capture and Explore; Pro features include Think, Workspace, and dictation.
Includes Capture, Explore, Writing, Smart Paste, From URL, and browser extension.
Prices and plans can change. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page before purchasing.
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Quick answers
Markdown Locker — Local notes agents can trust FAQ
Where are my notes stored?
Notes are stored locally, with a default path of ~/Documents/Markdown Locker.
Do I need to upload my notes to use AI agents?
No, agents attach to the local folder via MCP, allowing them to read files without uploading the vault.
What features are included in the Pro version?
Pro includes Think, Workspace, and dictation capabilities.
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