macOS 15+ · Menu Bar App

The sticky note that
never disappears.
Even in fullscreen.

Your sticky note floats above every app — even in fullscreen. One keystroke to capture, always visible, never in the way.

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< 5MB·macOS 15+·$6 forever·No subscription
Features

Sticky Note Features Built for macOS.

Every feature is a tiny masterpiece — fast, focused, and native to macOS.

01 / Killer Feature
Always on Top
Your note floats above everything — even fullscreen apps. Keep a brief visible while working in Figma, reference code snippets alongside VS Code, or pin meeting notes over Zoom. No window switching, no losing context.
Figma — Fullscreen⌃⌘F
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Always on top📌
API key: update staging
→ deploy before 5pm
02 / Core
Instant Capture
A global hotkey summons your note instantly. Type. Press Enter. Done. Works from any app — no need to switch windows or break your flow.
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Call dentist — Tuesday 3pm 🦷
#personal
#todo
Save ↵
03 / Organize
Smart Tags
Color-coded tags that actually work. Filter and find in zero time. Organize by project, priority, or context — your system, your rules.
#work
#ideas
#urgent
#reading
#later
+ add
04 / Sync
iCloud Sync
Seamless across all your Macs. Your notes sync automatically via iCloud, end-to-end encrypted — Apple handles the security.
SYNCING...
05 / Format
Markdown WYSIWYG
Type Markdown, see it rendered instantly. Headers, bold, lists, code blocks — all live-rendered as you type. No preview mode, no toggling.
# Meeting NotesMeeting Notes
**Bold text**Bold text
_italic_italic
`inline code`inline code
~~done~~done
06 / Export
Export Anywhere
Your notes, your formats. Export to PDF, Markdown, or plain text. No lock-in — take your data anywhere, anytime.
PDFAdobe PDF
.mdMarkdown
TXTPlain Text
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07 / Privacy
Touch ID Lock
Protect sensitive notes with biometric authentication. Lock any note with Touch ID — passwords, API keys, personal thoughts. Your secrets stay yours.
AUTHENTICATED
How it works

How Noticky Works. Instant Note Capture.

Three steps. Zero friction. From thought to note in under a second.

01
Press the hotkey
Hit ⌘⇧N anywhere on your Mac. The capture window appears instantly, no matter what app is open.
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capture window appears ↗
02
✍️
Type your thought
Write in plain text or Markdown. Add a tag. The cursor is already there waiting — just type.
Quick Note
## Meeting notes
- Review Q3 targets
- Ship v2.1 by Friday
- Call with design
#work
03
It's saved. Always.
Press Enter. Your note is saved, synced to iCloud, and accessible from the menu bar anytime.
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MacBook
☁️
iCloud
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iPhone
synced across all devices
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Noticky lives in your menu bar — no Dock clutter, ever
Shortcut

One keystroke. Infinite capture.

A single shortcut from anywhere on your Mac. No app switching. No Dock. Just instant capture.

CMD
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SHIFT
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NNOTE
About

Native macOS App. Built for Power Users.

Noticky was born out of frustration. Every note app was either too heavy, required a subscription, or couldn't stay visible in fullscreen. So I built the one I wanted to use.

Indie-built

One developer, no VC, no bloat. Every feature earns its place.

macOS native

Built with AppKit and SwiftUI. No Electron. No web wrapper. Just native performance.

Fair pricing

$6 once, forever. No subscription because your notes shouldn't have a monthly fee.

Compare

Noticky vs Apple Stickies & Other Note Apps

See how Noticky stacks up against the alternatives.

FeatureNotickyApple StickiesOther Sticky Apps
Global hotkey captureVaries
Menu bar — no Dock iconVaries
Markdown supportPartial
iCloud SyncVaries
Touch ID lock
Smart tags + filteringPartial
Export PDF, MD, TXTPartial
Float above fullscreen appsPartial
One-time price$6Free$15–$20
Native macOS designVaries
Why Noticky

The sticky note macOS deserved.

What's the best sticky notes app for Mac?

Noticky is a native macOS menu bar app designed for power users who need instant note capture. Built with AppKit and SwiftUI (not Electron), it stays visible above fullscreen apps, supports Markdown WYSIWYG, syncs via iCloud, and launches instantly with a global hotkey (⌘⇧N). Noticky requires macOS 15 Sequoia or later and costs $6 one-time with no subscription.

Can a sticky note stay on top of fullscreen apps?

Yes. Noticky stays visible above fullscreen apps using a specific macOS window level. While a few other apps like SideNotes also support fullscreen overlay, Noticky is the fastest to summon (instantly with ⌘⇧N) and the most affordable at $6 one-time. Apple Stickies and Tot disappear in fullscreen. SideNotes and Quick Sticky Notes also support fullscreen, but use different approaches (sidebar drawer and floating windows respectively).

How does Noticky compare to Apple Stickies?

Apple Stickies hasn't been updated in years and lacks 7 features Noticky includes: Markdown WYSIWYG, iCloud Sync across your Macs, global hotkey capture (⌘⇧N), smart tags with color coding, export to PDF/Markdown/TXT, fullscreen overlay (Always on Top), and Touch ID biometric lock. Noticky is a native macOS Sequoia replacement at $6 one-time.

Is there a one-time purchase note app for Mac?

Noticky costs $6 one-time — no subscription, no in-app purchases, no account required. All future updates are included. Compared to alternatives like Craft ($5/month), Bear ($3/month), or Notion (freemium with limits), Noticky is the most affordable full-featured sticky note app for macOS.

Does Noticky support Markdown?

Noticky includes full Markdown WYSIWYG: headers (H1–H6), bold, italic, strikethrough, ordered and unordered lists, code blocks, and inline code. All formatting renders live as you type with no preview mode or toggle. Content can be exported as .md, .pdf, or .txt files.

Pricing

Noticky Pricing. $6 One-Time.

Pay once. Own it forever.

Everything included.
  • Global hotkey instant capture — summon your note instantly
  • Menu bar integration — no Dock clutter, ever
  • Markdown WYSIWYG with live preview
  • iCloud Sync across all your Macs
  • Touch ID biometric lock for sensitive notes
  • Always on Top — notes float above fullscreen apps
  • Smart tags, colors, and instant search
  • Export to PDF, Markdown, and plain text
  • Native macOS 15 Sequoia — built right
$6once
One-time. No subscription. Forever.
Requires macOS 15 Sequoia or later
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FAQ

Noticky FAQ. Your Questions Answered.

Purchase
Is it really $6 one-time?

Yes. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no in-app purchases. Pay once, own it forever. Every future update included.

Is there a free trial for Noticky?

Currently, Noticky is a one-time $6 purchase. At that price, every feature is included — no feature gates, no upsells. It's less than a month of most note app subscriptions.

Technical
Which macOS versions are supported?

macOS 15 Sequoia and later. We build with the latest Apple APIs for the best native experience.

Does it work offline?

Absolutely. Notes are stored locally and sync via iCloud when you're back online. No internet required to capture.

Can I export my notes?

Export to PDF, Markdown, or plain text anytime. Your notes, your formats — no lock-in.

Does Noticky work with macOS Sequoia?

Yes. Noticky is built natively for macOS 15 Sequoia and later using AppKit and SwiftUI. It takes full advantage of the latest Apple APIs for performance and integration.

What's the difference between Noticky and Apple Notes?

Apple Notes is a full-featured note app for long-form writing. Noticky is a sticky note app designed for quick capture — it floats above all windows including fullscreen apps, launches instantly with ⌘⇧N, and lives in the menu bar. They serve different use cases.

Privacy & Data
Is my data secure?

Notes are stored locally + iCloud with Apple's encryption. Touch ID lock for sensitive notes. We never see your data.

What happens if I switch Macs?

Sign in to iCloud and your notes sync automatically across all your Macs. Seamless and effortless.

Quick Capture

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