WorkShadow
About WorkShadow
WorkShadow is a local-first desktop application designed for work journaling. It allows users to manage logs on the left side and use a rich text editor on the right to record daily work, decisions, problems, and clues. All data is stored on the user's computer, and AI capabilities such as search, summarization, Q&A, and image descriptions can be enabled by configuring the user's own model services.
The application is particularly suited for continuous recording, reviewing, and reporting. It offers features like keyword and semantic search, AI-assisted summarization, and Q&A functionalities, all while ensuring that the user retains full control over their data and model choices.
Key features
- Rich text editing with support for various formats
- Keyword and semantic search capabilities
- AI-assisted summarization and Q&A functionalities
- Local data storage and BYO model configuration
- Batch operations for managing multiple logs
- Import Markdown files for continued editing
- Customizable interface themes and languages
- Data backup and migration with .ws files
Download v0.2.0
Jun 17, 2026WindowsWindows
Frequently asked questions
- Is WorkShadow free?
- Yes. WorkShadow is free and open-source software, distributed under the AGPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does WorkShadow support?
- WorkShadow provides downloads for Windows, macOS.
- What is the latest version of WorkShadow?
- The latest version is v0.2.0, released on Jun 17, 2026.
- What is WorkShadow?
- WorkShadow is a local-first desktop application for work journaling, offering rich text editing, semantic search, and AI-assisted summarization and Q&A functionalities.
- How do I install WorkShadow?
- You can download the installation version from the Releases page on GitHub or use the development version by running `npm run tauri dev` after setting up the necessary development environment.
- What platforms does WorkShadow support?
- WorkShadow is a desktop application, and the installation version is available for download as an executable file. The development version can be run from the source code on systems with Node.js, Rust, and Cargo installed.
- What is the license for WorkShadow?
- WorkShadow is released under the GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 (AGPL-3.0), allowing free use, modification, and distribution with copyleft requirements.
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