# Kuku

> Local-first Markdown knowledge workspace with AI and encrypted sync

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/kuku
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/kuku.json
- Website: https://github.com/kuku-mom/kuku
- Category: Notetaking
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-05-15T16:48:16+00:00
- Catalog revision: `1013879815`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/kuku-mom/kuku
- Stars: 233
- Forks: 41
- Open issues: 2
- License: MIT
- Last push: 2026-10-18T21:52:07+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-04T16:04:30+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: Encryption, AI, Wiki, Markdown, Note Taking, Local First, Notetaking, Notes, Obsidian Alternative, Second Braind
Tech stacks: Astro, docker, go, golang, javascript, nodejs, rust, typescript

## Features
- Manages plain Markdown files locally to ensure complete data ownership and privacy. *(highlighted)*
- Integrates AI for intelligent diffs and content editing within a Second Brain workflow. *(highlighted)*
- Supports end-to-end encrypted synchronization to keep notes updated across macOS devices. *(highlighted)*

## Description

Kuku is an open source local first Markdown knowledge workspace for macOS. It features personal wiki and Second Brain workflows with AI powered editing, encrypted sync, and plain file storage to ensure your data stays private and portable.

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Source: [FOSSHunter — Kuku](https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/kuku) — cite `synced_at` and the catalog revision when quoting metrics.
Interpretation rules: https://www.fosshunter.com/llms-full.txt