chronicler
About chronicler
Chronicler is a free, offline worldbuilding tool designed for writers, game masters, and tabletop RPG creators. It functions as a local wiki, allowing users to save notes as plain Markdown files on their computer. The tool requires no sign-up, subscription, or cloud storage, ensuring that all data remains on the user's device.
Unlike cloud-based alternatives such as World Anvil, Notion, or Campfire, Chronicler operates entirely offline. This ensures complete data ownership and privacy, with no internet required and no monthly fees. The software is source-available, meaning users can view and audit the code but cannot modify, redistribute, or reuse it.
Chronicler is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, and it supports importing from various formats, including Word documents, Google Docs, MediaWiki/Fandom wikis, and Obsidian vaults. The core app is free forever, with optional premium features available through a one-time payment.
Key features
- Simple Markdown files and folders with auto-save and live split-screen preview
- Wikilinks with autocomplete and backlinks panel for tracing relationships
- Wiki-style infoboxes and reusable templates for consistent page creation
- Embed local images, image carousels, and galleries for visual worldbuilding
- Discord-style spoilers to hide information from other readers
- Import .docx files, MediaWiki/Fandom wikis, and open Obsidian vaults directly
- Built-in theme editor with custom colors and fonts
- Vault diagnostics to find broken links and maintain world health
Download v0.56.1-alpha
Jul 9, 2026WindowsWindows
Frequently asked questions
- Is chronicler free?
- Yes. chronicler is free and open-source software, distributed under the NOASSERTION license.
- Which platforms does chronicler support?
- chronicler provides downloads for Windows, macOS, Linux.
- What is the latest version of chronicler?
- The latest version is v0.56.1-alpha, released on Jul 9, 2026.
- What platforms does Chronicler support?
- Chronicler is compatible with Windows 10+, macOS (Apple Silicon & Intel), and Linux (AppImage & .deb).
- Is Chronicler free to use?
- Yes, the core app is free forever. Optional premium features are available through a one-time payment.
- Does Chronicler require an internet connection?
- No, Chronicler operates 100% offline, with all data stored locally on your device.
- What license does Chronicler use?
- Chronicler is source-available under the PolyForm Shield 1.0.0 license, allowing users to view and audit the code but not modify, redistribute, or reuse it.
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