Obsidian

Officially recommended

Cross-platform Markdown app with plugin and theme support.

Download Obsidian

Download Obsidianunknown · .dmg · 217.8 MB

macOS package (.dmg), architecture unlisted — verify before installing

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.

Clicking "Download" takes you to a source confirmation page first; the download starts after confirmation.

About Obsidian

Community plugins list, theme list, and releases of Obsidian.

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Risk notice

Obsidian is not open-source software, and the official repository does not contain source code, making source-level security review impossible. The installers are published officially, but third-party plugins vary in quality; please assess the risks before installing. Always download from this page or the official GitHub Releases page, and avoid modified versions from unknown sources.

Who it's for

Users who need the same app on Windows, macOS, Linux, or Android
Users who want to extend the app with plugins and themes
Developers and contributors interested in Obsidian community plugins or themes
Users who prefer managing content as Markdown files
Desktop or mobile users comfortable installing apps from official packages

Who it's not for

Users who require fully open-source software with access to source code
Users who prefer browser-only tools and do not want to install an app

Install guide

Installation Guide

Choose the installer that matches your operating system. Obsidian provides versions for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.

Windows

Download Obsidian-1.13.6.exe and run it. Follow the setup wizard.

macOS

Download Obsidian-1.13.6.dmg, open it, and drag the Obsidian icon to the Applications folder.
On first launch, if macOS says “cannot be opened because the developer cannot be verified,” go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click “Open Anyway” near the bottom.

Linux

Debian/Ubuntu (x64): Download obsidian_1.13.6_amd64.deb, then run:

bash

  sudo dpkg -i obsidian_1.13.6_amd64.deb

or double-click the .deb file.

Other Linux (x64/ARM64): Download Obsidian-1.13.6.AppImage (usually x64) or Obsidian-1.13.6-arm64.AppImage (ARM64). Make it executable and run:

bash

  chmod +x Obsidian-1.13.6.AppImage
  ./Obsidian-1.13.6.AppImage

If you prefer a compressed archive, get obsidian-1.13.6.tar.gz or obsidian-1.13.6-arm64.tar.gz, extract it, and execute the contained binary.

Android

Download Obsidian-1.13.6.apk, transfer it to your phone, and tap it to install. If the system warns about unknown sources, allow the installation from that source in settings.

Note: obsidian-1.13.6.asar.gz is an internal resource file; regular users do not need it.

FAQ

Is this GitHub repository the source code of Obsidian?

No. The README states that Obsidian is not open-source software and this repository does not contain source code. It only hosts public releases of Obsidian and maintains the community plugins and themes directories.

Which installer should I download?

Windows users should download the .exe file; macOS the .dmg; Linux users can prefer the .deb for Debian/Ubuntu x64, or use AppImage/tar.gz for other environments; Android users download the .apk. See the installation guide for details.

What operating systems does Obsidian support?

According to the official release information, Obsidian supports Linux, Android, macOS, and Windows. For Linux, there are packages for different architectures, such as arm64.

How do I open Obsidian on macOS if it says the developer cannot be verified?

Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click 'Open Anyway' at the bottom of the page. This is macOS's protection for unsigned apps.

Is Obsidian free?

This repository does not mention pricing. Please check the official website (obsidian.md) for licensing and pricing details.