Online Notepad with Auto-Save
A simple scratchpad that automatically saves to your browser. Write and organize quick notes without an account or login.
Runs in your browser. No data leaves your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Online Notepad work?
The notepad binds an input event listener to a textarea element. On every keystroke, the current text content is written to localStorage under a namespaced key. When the page loads, it reads from that same localStorage key and populates the textarea. This gives instant auto-save with zero server interaction -- your notes exist only in your browser's local storage on your device.
Are my notes saved automatically?
Yes. Notes are saved to your browser's local storage as you type. They persist between sessions and page refreshes without needing an account or clicking a save button.
Can I access my notes on another device?
Notes are stored locally in your browser, so they are only available on the device and browser where you wrote them. You can copy and paste the text to transfer it elsewhere.
Is there a size limit?
Browser local storage typically allows 5-10 MB per site, which is enough for thousands of pages of text notes. The tool is designed for quick notes and scratchpad use, not long-form document storage.