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Your Local-First
AI Workspace

Own your data. Bring your own AI. A unified workspace for notes, docs, and whiteboards that runs entirely on your device.

✓ 100% Local-First
✓ Privacy-Focused
✓ One-Time License
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Getting Started
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Getting Started

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Welcome to BiuWrite!

You can start with a normal page, with richly formatted text, markdown support, links, and a lot of other blocks.

Click anywhere to start typing
Click to edit this line, and then drag the handle on the left to reorder blocks
/ for more blocks
@ for linking and mentioning ( docs | users | dates )
e.g. 📂 How to use folder and Tags
select a date to leave a note for that day, view by date in Journals
nested lists can be toggled

Everything you need, nothing you do not.

BiuWrite combines the best of block-based editing, local-first privacy, and AI assistance into one seamless experience.

Local-First & Private

Your data lives on your device, not our servers. Work offline by default, sync only when you want to. You own your workspace completely.

BYO AI Model

Connect any LLM you want. Use local models via Ollama or connect to OpenAI, Anthropic, and more. No middleman fees.

Anthropic
Anthropic
Google Gemini
LM Studio
Local Ollama
OpenAI
OpenRouter
claude-3-5-sonnet-latest

Block-Based Editor

Drag, drop, and organize your thoughts with a powerful block editor that feels familiar yet faster.

Powerful Databases

Organize projects with tables, kanban boards, and gallery views. Filter, sort, and view your data your way.

Write Beautifully

A powerful block-based editor that lets you create anything you can imagine. No coding required.

To-do List

Track tasks with checkboxes

2. Objectives & Goals

🎯 What do we want to achieve?

Increase brand awareness
Drive website traffic
Generate leads
Boost sales
Improve customer engagement

Image

Upload or embed images

Characters writing

Embed

Embed Spotify, YouTube, and more

Currently Playing

Time in a Bottle

Time in a Bottle

Jim Corce

My Way

My Way

Frank Sinatra

Lemon Tree

Lemon Tree

Fools Garden

Slash Commands

Type / to see all options

Basic
Text

Start typing with plain text.

Heading 1

Headings in the largest font.

Heading 2

Headings in the 2nd font size.

Heading 3

Headings in the 3rd font size.

Other Headings
Code Block

Code snippet with formatting.

Quote

Add a blockquote for emphasis.

Divider

Visually separate content.

Inline equation

Render mathematical formulas.

Bulleted List

Simple bullet points

BiuWrite features 🔥

  • Local-first
  • One-time payment

AI features

  1. 1.Switch between multiple providers
  2. 2.Search easily with built-in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
  3. 4.Remember your preferences with long-term memory layer.

Quote & Callout

Highlight key information

💡Pro tip: Use shortcuts to write faster.
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."
ℹ️Note: Changes are saved automatically.
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."

Code Block

Code with syntax highlighting

constx=42

Equations

Mathematical formulas

E = mc²

And more...

15+ content types available

Infinite whiteboard canvas

Break free from constraints with an endless canvas for your ideas.

Bidirectional linking

Connect ideas seamlessly with automatic backlinks and relationship tracking.

Embed anything, anywhere

Add documents, images, videos, and more directly into your canvas.

Seamless transition between docs and whiteboard

Switch effortlessly between structured documents and freeform canvas.

Dream Japan Trip

Share Expenses for Trip

🗼 Trip to Tokyo

Destination: Tokyo, Japan

Travel Dates: 2024-12-01 to 2024-12-05

Total Travelers: 4

To-do List

Book flights
Reserve hotels
Plan itinerary

Expenses Breakdown

All
Item
Amount
Paid by
Shared by
Hotel (5 nights)
800
John
JohnEmilyMikeSarah
JR Pass
280
Emily
JohnEmilyMikeSarah
Teamlab Tickets
120
Sarah
JohnEmilyMikeSarah
Sushi Dinner
180
Mike
JohnEmilyMikeSarah
Shibuya Shopping
95
Emily
EmilySarah
Taxi to Airport
60
John
JohnEmilyMikeSarah
to shape not to adapt
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True Canvas Experience

Break free from linear documents. BiuWrite combines a powerful block editor with an infinite whiteboard. Sketch, write, and plan in one unified space without context switching.

    Databases that work for you

    Organize your life and work with flexible databases. Visualize your data as tables, kanban boards, or galleries. Filter, sort, and group with ease.

    • Kanban, Table, and Gallery views
    • Rich property types
    • Linked databases
    • Custom templates

    Table for project tracking

    Table View
    Kanban View
    Gallery View
    Title
    Status
    Due date
    Progress
    Download BiuWrite
    Todo
    2026/03/11
    0
    Profit 🚀
    Todo
    0
    Learning about BiuWrite
    Doing
    2025/11/21
    71
    Heard cool stuffs about BiuWrite
    Done
    100
    New Record

    Organize data in rows and columns with sorting and filtering

    Your AI, Your Rules

    BiuWrite is built for the AI era, but respects your privacy. Use any AI from the cloud or connect your own local models. Chat with your notes, generate content, and automate workflows.

    • Local-first AI support (Ollama, etc.)
    • Bring Your Own Key (OpenAI, Anthropic)
    • Context-aware chat
    • AI-powered writing assistant
    How to be productive
    Intelligence

    What can I help you with?

    Getting Started
    Project_Proposal.docx
    Add context
    Architecture Diagram
    Analyze this diagram and the project proposal to identify potential risks for the Q4 launch.
    Claude
    Better results after embedding finished.
    Check status

    Ask questions and get answers from your entire knowledge base.

    All of the features, none of the lock-in

    AI that remembers and grows with you

    Advanced AI features that understand your context, learn your preferences, and help you work smarter—not harder.

    Unlimited AI Demo

    Context-Aware Search

    Ask questions about your workspace and get instant answers with citations. Your AI knows what you have written and can surface relevant information from across all your documents.

    • Natural language queries across all documents
    • Answers with source citations
    • Semantic search understands intent

    Built-in RAG Pipeline

    Switch and choose your preferred providers for total control:

    EmbeddingVector DBChat Model
    What are the key risks for Q4?
    AI Answer

    Based on the Risk Register and Q3 Review, the primary risks are supply chain delays and marketing budget overruns.

    Sources

    Risk Register Q4.pdf

    Updated 2 days ago

    Q3 Review Meeting.docx

    Mentioned "budget concerns"

    Marketing Budget.xlsx

    Sheet: "Projections"

    AI Presets

    Reusable prompts prevent repetition. Create your own or use built-in templates.

    Presets
    Prose: Continue Scene
    Rewrite: Clear & Concise
    📱 Summarize for LinkedIn
    📝 Generate Meeting Notes
    💡 Explain Like I'm 5
    ✅ Create Action Items
    📚 Technical Documentation
    ✉️ Draft Professional Email

    Long-Term Memory

    Your AI remembers who you are and grows with you. It learns your style, preferences, and context over time.

    Inline AI Actions

    Summarize, expand, translate, or rewrite directly in your docs. AI automations with custom buttons at your fingertips—no context switching required.

    • One-click AI actions on selected text
    • Custom automation buttons
    • Command menu for quick access

    This is a sample paragraph that demonstrates how inline AI actions work. Select any text to see the magic happen.

    Multi-Model Support

    Switch between GPT, Claude, or local models on the fly. Use the best model for each task without vendor lock-in.

    Privacy-First AI

    Process locally when possible. Your data stays on your device. Use cloud AI only with your own keys.

    ✨ Powered by AI

    Your AI Copilot for Everything

    From writing and brainstorming to presentations and analysis—AI assistance at every step of your workflow.

    AI Writing Assistant

    From sentences to full articles

    • Fix spelling and grammar instantly
    • Refine tone and style
    • Generate content from prompts
    • Summarize long documents

    Visual Idea Generation

    Turn thoughts into visuals

    • Transform outlines into mind maps
    • Generate diagrams from text
    • Create visual brainstorms
    • Conceptualize ideas visually

    Instant Presentations

    Slides in seconds

    • Generate slides from content
    • One-prompt presentations
    • Professional layouts
    • Auto-format and polish

    Chat with AI

    Real-time insights

    • Ask questions about your work
    • Get instant answers
    • Contextual suggestions
    • Conversational interface

    Inline Improvements

    Edit as you write

    • Improve tone on the fly
    • Quick grammar fixes
    • Instant summaries
    • Context-aware edits

    Content Transformation

    Adapt to any format

    • Convert formats instantly
    • Translate languages
    • Expand or condense
    • Restructure content

    All AI features work in both Page Mode and Canvas Mode

    One-time license

    Own BiuWrite forever.

    Pay once, activate on up to three devices, and keep your data on your machines.

    $29.99one-time
    3 device activations included
    Offline-first with your own backups
    Export anytime—no lock-in

    Licenses reopen soon — join the waitlist to get notified.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about licenses, activations, and trying BiuWrite.

    Nope. BiuWrite is a one-time license. You keep using the app and get ongoing updates without a meter running.
    Each purchase covers up to three personal devices. You can deactivate a device to free up a slot, or ping us if you need help moving licenses.
    We’re customer-obsessed: if BiuWrite isn’t right for you, tell us within 7 days and we’ll refund you in full for any reason.
    We email your license key right after checkout. Drop it into the app to activate your devices.
    Yes. Deactivate a device to free up a slot anytime, and if you’re stuck after a hardware change, ping support and we’ll reset activations for you.
    Absolutely. Plug in GPT, Claude, or local models. We don’t meter, cap, or mark up your usage, and there’s no telemetry in the app watching what you do.
    BiuWrite keeps your projects in the workspace folder you choose on first launch (e.g., ~/Documents/BiuWrite on macOS/Windows or ~/BiuWrite on Linux by default). Point Syncthing, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or your preferred sync tool at that folder to back up everything while staying fully in control—nothing is uploaded by us.

    App install locations:
    • macOS: /Applications/BiuWrite.app
    • Windows: %LOCALAPPDATA%/Programs/BiuWrite
    • Linux: /usr/lib/biuwrite or the equivalent under your distro
    Not yet. Native peer-to-peer cross-device sync is in progress. Until then, aim your workspace folder at Syncthing, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or any sync tool you trust to keep devices aligned.
    Today your workspace files are plain text on disk inside the folder you pick. We don’t ship on-device encryption yet; use FileVault, BitLocker, LUKS, or similar for protection. Encryption at rest is on our roadmap.
    Yes. BiuWrite is offline-first. You only need internet for updates or when using cloud AI keys you choose to add.
    Yes. Download BiuWrite for free here and explore how it feels before purchasing a license. Once you’re ready, grab a key to unlock full, ongoing access.
    Email support (hello@biuwrite.com) and we’ll help move or reset your activations quickly—especially after hardware changes.

    Ready to own your workspace?

    Join thousands of users who have switched to a faster, more private way of working. No credit card required.

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    Read our privacy policy orterms of service for details.

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