Logseq
Officially recommendedPrivacy-first open-source knowledge management and collaboration platform
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Installer for Intel Macs (.dmg)
Other downloads (3)
Getting a "can't verify the developer" warning?
If you see a warning on first launch, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click "Open Anyway". Open source software usually isn't signed with an Apple developer certificate, which is normal.
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About Logseq
A privacy-first, open-source platform for knowledge management and collaboration. Download link: http://github.com/logseq/logseq/releases. roadmap: https://logseq.io/p/NX4mc_ggEV
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Risk notice
The official README notes that the Database (DB) version is currently in beta, while real-time collaboration (RTC) and the new mobile app are in alpha, and there is a risk of data loss. It is recommended to enable automatic backup or periodically export graph data before using related features. The stable version has no additional risk warning.
Who it's for
- Users who value data privacy and want notes saved as local files
- Users who use Markdown or Org-mode to organize notes and build a personal knowledge base
- Learners, researchers, or professionals who need PDF annotation and task management
- Productivity tool users who want to customize workflows through plugins and themes
- Developers who care about the open-source community and are willing to contribute to plugin development or code
Who it's not for
- Teams that need stable real-time collaboration (current RTC sync is still alpha)
- Users who cannot accept the potential risk of data loss in the Beta version
- Users who rely on an official full-featured mobile app for daily use (the new mobile app is still in alpha/development)
Install guide
Choose your installer
- macOS:
- For Apple Silicon (M series), choose
Logseq-darwin-arm64-2.0.1.dmg. - For Intel chips, choose
Logseq-darwin-x64-2.0.1.dmg. - You can also download the corresponding
Logseq-darwin-arm64-2.0.1.ziporLogseq-darwin-x64-2.0.1.zipand extract them for use.
- Windows:
- For 64-bit Intel/AMD devices, choose
Logseq-win-x64-2.0.1-nsis.exe. - For ARM devices, choose
Logseq-win-arm64-2.0.1-nsis.exe. - For a portable version, download
Logseq-win-x64-2.0.1.ziporLogseq-win-arm64-2.0.1.zip.
- Linux:
- For x86_64 architecture, choose
Logseq-linux-x86_64-2.0.1.AppImage. - For arm64 architecture, choose
Logseq-linux-arm64-2.0.1.AppImage.
- Android:
- Install
Logseq-android-2.0.1.apk.
Basic installation steps
- macOS: Open the
.dmgfile and drag Logseq into the "Applications" folder. - Windows: Run the
.exefile and follow the installation wizard. - Linux: First grant execute permission to the AppImage, then run:
chmod +x Logseq-linux-x86_64-2.0.1.AppImage
./Logseq-linux-x86_64-2.0.1.AppImage- To verify file integrity, check the checksum of the downloaded file against
SHA256SUMS.txt.
First-run common issues
Right-click the app icon and select "Open", or allow it in "System Settings → Privacy & Security".
- macOS says "cannot open because the developer is unidentified":
Click "More info", then select "Run anyway".
- Windows SmartScreen prompt:
Try the zip version for your platform, or download the latest installer again.
- App opens with an error or crashes:
FAQ
Is Logseq free software?
Yes, Logseq is open-source software released under the AGPL-3.0 license. You can download, use, and modify it for free, but if you distribute or modify it, you must continue to comply with the license.
What operating systems does Logseq support?
The official documentation states support for macOS and Windows. The official release page also provides a Linux AppImage and an Android APK. Both macOS and Windows have arm64 and x64 variants, so choose the file that matches your device's architecture.
Where is my note data stored?
Logseq uses a local-first design, so data is stored on your own device by default. You can specify a local folder as your knowledge base, and data is mainly stored as Markdown or Org-mode text files, making it easy to keep long-term and control yourself.
How do I update to the latest version?
You can download the latest installer from the GitHub Releases page and install over the existing version. The `latest-*.yml` files in the installer list are metadata for the automatic update mechanism and do not require manual handling by regular users.
What is the Database (DB) version?
The DB version is a new version of Logseq that introduces database graphs, currently marked as beta by the official team. Real-time collaboration (RTC) and the new mobile app are still in alpha. The official team warns that data loss may occur, and recommends enabling automatic backup or periodically exporting data before using these features.