The Intelligent Workspace for Docs, Canvas & AI.
Think, write, and build without boundaries. OnixOs unites structured documents, infinite visual whiteboard, daily journals, and multimodal AI in a single platform — local-first for core documents on Pro and above.
Getting Started
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Welcome to OnixOs. You can start with a normal page, with richly formatted text, markdown shortcuts, Kanban databases, and switch to an infinite whiteboard canvas anytime.
Observe what OnixOs can do
Visit OnixOs & Cloud Sync
Install Desktop Tauri App
One Document. Two Infinite Perspectives.
Stop switching between separate note apps, whiteboard tools, and databases. In OnixOs, every page is simultaneously a structured document and an infinite whiteboard.
Precision Writing with Rich Data Blocks.
Craft documents with frictionless markdown syntax, nested collapsible blocks, LaTeX math formulas, syntax-highlighted code, and live relational databases.
Product Architecture & Engineering Roadmap
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Deliverables & Status
An AI Copilot That Understands Your Entire Context.
Not just another chat box. OnixOs AI operates directly across your documents, whiteboard nodes, database tables, and external research.
Onix AI: Chat with Workspace & Docs
Ask questions across your entire knowledge base. Onix AI analyzes docs, tables, and whiteboard nodes to deliver accurate, reasoned answers.
Onix AI: Text-to-Mindmap Generation
Transform brain dumps, meeting notes, or project outlines into structured, interactive visual mindmaps with a single click.
Onix AI: Slide Presentation Decks
Turn documents into ready-to-present slide frames on the Edgeless Canvas. Edit text and diagrams visually before presenting.
BYOK & Local Models (Pro & Above)
Complete model freedom. Connect your personal API keys for Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-4o, Gemini, DeepSeek, or run local Ollama models offline — available on Pro and above.
Bring Your Favorite Models (BYOK & Local Models from Pro)
Connect your OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, or DeepSeek API keys directly in Desktop Settings, or run local models via Ollama. Use your own rates with zero markup.
Engineered for Speed, Privacy, and Unlimited Depth.
OnixOs is designed around data ownership — with local-first storage for core documents on Pro and above — buttery-smooth 60fps rendering, and effortless team collaboration.
Local-First Documents Architecture (Pro & above)
On Pro and above, there are no loading spinners or sluggish network requests. Your notes and whiteboard diagrams are stored locally in high-speed SQLite, giving you instant search and full document editing even without internet.
Conflict-Free CRDT Collaboration
Seamless real-time synchronization with zero merge conflicts. Edit documents and canvas whiteboards simultaneously with your entire team.
Data-Intensive Kanban & Tables
Filter, group, and sort your data across multiple views. Embed interactive tables and task boards directly into your notes and whiteboard canvas.
Frictionless Import & Export
Import effortlessly from Markdown (.md), Obsidian vaults, HTML, and Word Docx. Export your work anytime in standard open formats.
Daily Journals & LaTeX Math
Organize thoughts with dedicated date-linked journals, full LaTeX mathematical expression support, and multi-language syntax highlighting.
Experience the Interactive Canvas.
Free your ideas from vertical scrolling. Connect cards, attach notes, and let AI structure your workspace.
1. Local-First Engine (Pro & above)
2. Dual-Engine Mode
3. Multimodal Copilot
4. CRDT State Sync
Dual-Engine: Switch between linear docs and infinite visual whiteboard in 1 click.
Why Creators & Teams Choose OnixOs.
Eliminate tool fragmentation. See how OnixOs replaces multiple disconnected apps with one cohesive platform.
| Capability |  OnixOs | Notion | Miro | Obsidian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Engine (Doc + Whiteboard in 1 Doc) | ||||
| Local-First SQLite (Offline Access on Pro & above) | ||||
| Real-Time CRDT Multiplayer Sync | Paid plugin | |||
| BYOK Multimodal AI (Claude, GPT, DeepSeek) | Community plugin | |||
| Relational Kanban & Multi-View Tables | Community plugin | |||
| High-Performance Native Desktop Client | Web wrapper | Web wrapper | ||
| Zero Data Lock-in / Open Export |
Simple Plans for Every Stage.
Start free with a cloud workspace, documents, whiteboards, journals, and limited Onix AI. Scale to unlimited workspaces, team collaboration, and advanced AI as your workflows grow.
Always Free
Your cloud workspace for documents, whiteboards, and journals — free forever.
Pro
For creators who want unlimited workspaces, built-in Cloud AI, and BYOK.
Master
For power users & small teams needing deeper capacity, team spaces, and video meetings.
Team
Full capabilities for big teams and organizations at enterprise scale.
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