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SideNote

About SideNote

Reading is personal. Reading culture is collective.

SideNote begins with the value of an individual reader’s attention, then creates thoughtful ways for those readers to find one another.

Why SideNote exists

Books are not forgotten. The texture of a reading life often is: the title heard in passing, the sentence underlined, the question that arrived before sleep. SideNote gives those moments somewhere to live.

What we are building

A beautiful keeper for books you want to read, are reading, and have finished; a place for shelves, ratings, and notes; and a way to meet readers through the text rather than through noise.

Explore the free book notes app

What we value

  • The reader’s thought before the platform’s performance.
  • Clear privacy choices instead of vague promises.
  • Strong interpretation without harassment.
  • A calm product that earns attention rather than demanding it.