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Taking digital notes in TagSpaces
Shows the same photo gallery in the Mapique perspective
Folders in the Kanban perspective
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Visualize folder structures in the FolderViz perspective

A powerful, file-based workspace—no cloud required.

Organize your digital life—privately. Files, tags, notes, tasks, maps and kanban boards, all in one place.

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Why TagSpaces?

No Login ➜ No Backend ➜ No tracking

Privacy by Design

Privacy by Design

Maintain full control over your files! Since the desktop app runs locally, it doesn't require online registration or an internet connection. Additionally, the app does not collect user data or track his activity. Your files stay securely with you.

Always Available – Local-First, Offline-First!

Always Available – Local-First, Offline-First!

The desktop app works without an internet connection, ensuring your files never leave your computer, and you can access them anytime. You decide which tools to use for syncing (e.g., Nextcloud, Dropbox, Syncthing) and encrypting (e.g., Cryptomator).

Just Files – No Vendor Lock-In

Just Files – No Vendor Lock-In

TagSpaces stores tags, descriptions, and colors in readable text files alongside your files. Since the app has no database or server back-end, there's no vendor lock-in, ensuring you can easily access your data even without our app.

Open and Extensible

Open and Extensible

TagSpaces Lite is an open-source app released under the AGPL license. Built with modern web technologies, it's easily extendable through numerous plugins, most of which are released under the MIT license.

Intuitive and Easy to Use

Intuitive and Easy to Use

Both the desktop and web apps are designed for easy installation and use, offering a consistent user experience for managing, organizing, and annotating files and folders across Windows, macOS and Linux platforms.

Key benefits and functionalities

Create Content With Simple Files, No Lock-In

With TagSpaces, your ideas, notes, and tasks live in standard file formats — fully portable and future-proof. What You Can Create:
  • Quick Notes in plain text, Markdown, or HTML — perfect for journaling, meeting notes, or documentation
  • To-Do Lists to keep your tasks clear and actionable
  • Voice Memos recorded directly into audio file
  • Mind Maps - to visually organize thoughts and brainstorm ideas.
  • File Revisions to track changes and go back in time.
  • Kanban Boards by turning any folder into a visual project workspace
  • Digital Maps combining geo-locations with relevant files and folders
More About Note-Taking

Collect Web Content As Files

With our Web Clipper browser extension for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, you can save web content directly to your hard drive as plain files (HTML, MHTML/PDF, PNG, URL) for offline use. This way your content is not locked into any online service.
  • Save entire web pages or just parts of them, allowing you to edit or read them later.
  • Capture screenshots from webpage.
  • Create bookmarks to webpage, which is turning TagSpaces to a bookmark manager
  • Extract geo-coordinates from Google Maps or Openstreetmap as geo-tags.
More About the Web Clipper

Tag and Annotate any File or Folder

Unlike most file tagging applications, we do not store tags in a centralized way. As a result, the added metadata is not tied to any specific vendor.
  • Organize your photos, documents, music, recipes, invoices or even folders with tags.
  • Organizing files with drag and drop to folders.
  • Add description to any file or folder.
  • Use local AI to generate tags and description.
  • Use colors for folders or tags, making them unique and easy to visually find.
  • Add custom thumbnails to files and folders.
Learn More About Tagging

Browse, Preview & Enjoy Your Files

Turn TagSpaces into your personal digital hub for almost any type of content you own. More than just a file browser, it’s your all-in-one platform to view, organize, and manage your digital life — right on your device, with zero cloud dependency.
  • View photos and images in great detail
  • Preview documents and spreadsheets without needing external apps
  • Manage scanned PDFs and receipts for easy archiving
  • Listen to music and watch videos in-app
  • Preview 3D models for printing or design
  • Organize and read eBooks in various formats
  • Build your own digital asset management system — fully offline and privacy-first
Learn More About Managing Digital Assets
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Managing S3 buckets in TagSpaces
Creating Download Links

Access, Manage & Share Files via S3-Compatible Object Storage

Transform any S3-compatible object storage into your personal cloud workspace — accessible from anywhere, and completely under your control.
  • Seamless Access from Anywhere: Connect to popular providers like AWS S3, Cloudflare R2, Wasabi, or MinIO (self-hosted).
  • File Management in the Cloud:
    • Browse, preview, and organize files with tags, just like on your desktop
    • Search across file names and content to access to what you need
    • Edit files in place, without the need to download or re-upload
    • Drag & drop uploads straight into your S3 buckets
    • Create shareable links with expiration dates for secure file sharing
  • Build Your Own Cloud Productivity Suite: Create a Dropbox- or Evernote-like experience using your own storage — fully private, fully under your control.
  • Self-Host with S3Proxy: Want full control? Use S3Proxy to connect TagSpaces with internally hosted NAS systems, enabling secure, private access on your own network.
Learn More About S3 Functionality

Geo-Tag Files and Folders and Display Them on a Map

TagSpaces Pro offers a perspective that allows you to display geo-tagged files and folders on a digital map. What You Can Do:
  • Visualize geo-tagged files and folders right on the map
  • Place any file or folder onto a location for easy spatial organization
  • Annotate locations on a map with notes, documents, or images
  • Privately bookmark favorite places — no cloud, no tracking
  • Plan trips or document your travels, complete with files and media
  • Extract geo-coordinates from photos via built-in EXIF/IPTC support.
Learn More About Geo-Tagging
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Folder Tree View
Circular Folder Tree View
Links Graph View
Tags Graph View

Visualize & Understand Your Files Like Never Before

Unlock powerful file analysis and visualization tools with TagSpaces Pro — giving you deeper insight into how your digital world is structured and connected.
  • Mind Map View: Instantly generate a visual map of your folder structure — perfect for brainstorming and navigating complex projects
  • Circular View: See your file hierarchy in a beautiful, radial layout that makes large structures easier to explore
  • Link Graph View: Visualize relationships between files, folders, and web links — ideal for connecting ideas and building knowledge networks
  • Tag Graph View: Discover how your files are organized by tags, and uncover hidden patterns or categories in your content
Learn More About FolderViz

Our Main Products

TagSpaces Lite

Desktop App
free
open source,
no strings attached
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Downloads for other platforms
  • Add tags to files and folders
  • Manage files and folders
  • Thumbnails for images and videos
  • Take notes as readable text files
  • Unlimited local AI chats
  • Collect content from web pages as files
  • Preview files directly in the app
  • Search for tagged files and folders
  • Save common search queries for later use
  • Connect cloud S3 object storage from services like AWS S3, Wasabi, or Cloudflare
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TagSpaces Pro

Desktop App
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  • Updates and support for as long as you are subscribed.
  • Subscription will automatically renew on a yearly basis. It can be canceled any time.
per user
  • One-time license cost - receive all future updates.
  • Support included for one year after the purchase.
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  • All the features of TagSpaces Lite, plus:
  • Support the development of TagSpaces products
  • Kanban view for folders
  • Map views for folders
  • Information visualization views for folders and links graph
  • Generate descriptions with local AI
  • Generate tags with local AI
  • Bookmark and geo-tag files and folders
  • Full-text search
  • Custom icons, colors, and backgrounds for folders
  • Share files on S3 storage with others
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TagSpaces Custom

Web or Desktop App
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  • A product specially tailored for your needs, can include anything from TagSpaces Pro and TagSpaces Pro Web, plus:
  • On-premises web application or tailored desktop app
  • Multi-Factor Authentication
  • White-label custom packages
  • Development of custom extensions
  • Read-only mode for embedding in websites
  • Priority technical support
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How can TagSpaces help you?

Create & Collect

Create & Collect

With the TagSpaces Web Clipper, you can collect web pages, bookmarks, geo-coordinates, or screenshots from the web. Using the built-in text file editors, you can create digital notes that can include tables, to-do lists, math formulas, or diagrams.

Organize & Annotate

Organize & Annotate

TagSpaces can connect to folders on your hard drive, providing convenient and unique ways to browse the content. You can add tags (like labels) to any file or folder. In the Pro version, you can also add descriptions and geo-tags to your files and folders.

Search & Find – Boost Productivity

Search & Find – Boost Productivity

Organizing with tags along the folder hierarchy allows you to cross-reference folders easily. The search functionality helps you find files by combining tags. TagSpaces Pro also offers full-text search for text files, making it a solid alternative to desktop search apps.

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What people are saying?

TagSpaces has transformed how I organize my research files. The ability to tag and sort documents locally without relying on the cloud gives me complete control over my work. I highly recommend it for anyone who values privacy and efficiency.
John S. - Freelance Writer
January, 2024
For managing my large photo collections, TagSpaces Pro has been indispensable. Being able to apply tags, color-code files, and geo-tag images is a lifesaver. Plus, I don’t have to worry about my files being stored in the cloud.
David T. - Photographer
June, 2022
TagSpaces has made managing my research data a breeze. I love the flexibility of the tagging system, which allows me to categorize my files in ways that traditional folder systems can't. It's indispensable for organizing large datasets.
Sophia W. - Research Scientist
February, 2021
As a project manager, I deal with tons of documents. TagSpaces Pro makes it easy to organize everything with custom tags, so I can find what I need in seconds. It's intuitive and flexible, perfect for our business needs.
Lisa C. - Project Manager
March, 2020
In my field, data privacy is essential. TagSpaces Pro gives me the peace of mind I need when organizing confidential client documents. The tagging and local-first storage help me stay organized without risking sensitive information.
Anya P. - Lawyer
May, 2019
As a graphic designer, I manage countless project files. TagSpaces Pro allows me to organize everything visually with custom tags and colors. It’s a fantastic tool for creatives who need a personalized approach to file management.
Yuki T. - Graphic Designer
August, 2019
I was looking for a local-first solution to manage my code snippets and documentation, and TagSpaces Pro exceeded my expectations. The tagging system is brilliant for organizing complex files, and I love that my data never leaves my computer.
Lazlo K. - Software Developer
July, 2019
TagSpaces Pro is the perfect solution for my business. We can keep our files organized with tags and annotations, and because everything is stored locally, we don't have to rely on third-party cloud services. It’s secure and efficient.
Michael O. - Small Business Owner
November, 2023
I use TagSpaces Pro to keep my architectural plans and documents organized. The ability to access everything offline and use detailed tags helps me quickly find and categorize files. It’s streamlined my workflow tremendously.
Carlos Ramirez - Architect
October, 2023