AFFiNE

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The next-gen collaborative knowledge base on canvas

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Project Metrics

  • GitHub Stars43,500↑+1600
  • Forks3,100
  • LicenseMPL-2.0
  • Last Commit11 hours ago
  • Repository Age3 years
  • Release Versionv0.17.2
  • Self-HostableYes (Docker / Bare Metal)
Verified Snapshot (2026-10-15)

Metrics verified via independent GitHub snapshot. Monthly velocity (+1600) is an estimated projection based on recent 30-day repository activity.

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About AFFiNE

AFFiNE merges markdown docs and an infinite whiteboard canvas in one unified workspace. Work with complete data privacy, offline-first sync, and AI brainstorm assistants without locking yourself into proprietary formats.

#Notion#Miro#Whiteboard#Knowledge Base#Local-First

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