AppFlowy is an open source collaborative workspace that serves as an alternative to Notion, built with Flutter and Rust.
The tool addresses the need for a data-controlled workspace where teams can manage projects, documentation, and knowledge without relying on proprietary platforms. It combines multiple capabilities including databases with kanban and grid views, wiki and documentation sites, task management, and AI-powered features. Users retain full control over their data through options for self-hosting or local deployment, while the tool synchronizes work across desktop and mobile devices.
AppFlowy suits teams and individuals seeking a Notion alternative who prioritize data ownership and want to avoid vendor lock-in. It works well for project management, team collaboration, documentation, and note-taking workflows. The tool is available across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android, with self-hosting documentation provided for those wanting to run it on their own infrastructure.
The project maintains active engagement with its user base, with almost all open issues originating from outside users rather than the core team, indicating a substantial base of real-world adopters. Maintainers typically respond to new issues and pull requests within a few days. Work in the issue tracker centers on bug fixes, new features, and editor improvements.
