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Description:
Desktop Software for HackMD Note-Taking and Collaboration

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.1.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @hackmdio | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: markdown collaboration productivity note-taking documentation

Install: brew install --cask hackmd

About:
HackMD Desktop is a dedicated application for accessing and managing HackMD collaborative markdown notes directly from your desktop. It provides a streamlined, distraction-free environment for real-time editing and team collaboration. This app enhances the web experience with native system integration and easier access.

Key Features:

Real-time collaborative markdown editing
Offline access and synchronization
Native desktop notifications and system integration
Dedicated workspace separate from browser tabs

Use Cases:

Technical documentation and knowledge base management
Collaborative meeting notes and brainstorming sessions
Personal knowledge management and task tracking

Alternatives:

Notion – More feature-rich but proprietary; HackMD is markdown-first and open-source friendly.
Obsidian – Local-first and plugin-based; HackMD focuses on real-time cloud collaboration.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:19pm	0.1.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	44c63cef
Jul 12, 2024 1:57pm	0.1.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	17ad3e59