Voel
LOCAL-FIRST MARKDOWN NOTES
Shared memory for people and AI, anywhere
People write it. AI works with it. People read it again. Voel brings that shared Markdown memory to your phone and tablet.
Coming to iOS and Android
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Changing your notes app shouldn't mean worrying about getting your data back.
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Keep every note.
PHONE TO TABLET
A wider viewof your Vaulton tablet
Use your phone on the move and settle in with your iPad when you want more room. The same Markdown Vault adapts to the screen in front of you.
Actual iPad interface · anonymous demo Vault
BUILT FOR YOUR VAULT
Markdown that feels at home on mobile
Obsidian-compatible
Open the Markdown vault you already use with Obsidian. No proprietary conversion required.
Read, write, find
Read, edit, search, follow links, and explore your graph with mobile-first controls.
P2P sync with Syncthing
Use Syncthing to sync your Markdown vault peer to peer across your devices, without storing note contents in the cloud.
YOUR FILES, YOURS
Your notes stay as ordinary files
Your notes aren't locked in a Voel-only database. They're ordinary Markdown files you can open with other editors.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my existing Obsidian Vault as it is?
Yes. You can open Markdown files and attachments without converting them to a proprietary format. Obsidian plugins, themes, Canvas, and Bases are not supported.
Where are my notes stored?
Your notes are stored on your device as ordinary Markdown files. Voel does not store your note contents on its servers.
Can I sync with my computer and other devices?
Yes. Voel includes Syncthing for peer-to-peer sync across your devices.
Files don’t sync when Voel is closed on my iPhone
Apple’s iOS does not allow third-party apps to run continuously in the background. Syncing may therefore pause or be delayed while Voel is closed. To ensure your files are up to date, open Voel and wait for syncing to finish.
What is Syncthing?
Syncthing is open-source software that uses peer-to-peer (P2P) technology to synchronize files across your devices. Instead of storing files in a specific cloud storage service, it syncs them directly between your devices. Voel uses Syncthing to sync Markdown files and attachments.
Do I need to install Syncthing separately?
Not on your phone or tablet—Syncthing is built into Voel. On your computer, Voel works with the Syncthing setup you already use.
What happens to my notes if I stop using Voel?
Your Markdown files and attachments remain yours. You can continue opening them with other Markdown editors.
Are my notes sent to AI or external services?
Voel does not automatically send note contents, search terms, tags, or file paths to external AI services. If you use your Markdown with another AI tool, check that tool’s data policy separately.
Is Voel an official Obsidian app?
No. Voel is an independent app and is not affiliated with Obsidian. It is designed to work with Markdown Vaults used by Obsidian.
Which devices will Voel support?
Voel is coming to iOS and Android, with layouts designed for both phones and tablets.
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