Show HN: writui – An encrypted Markdown-based writing app for the terminal

Category: cli-tool

Tags: terminal, markdown, encryption, writing, rust

Score: 6.8/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 7, Documentation: 8, Utility: 6)

writui is a terminal-based writing app that stores Markdown posts in a single encrypted vault, offering a rich TUI with mouse support, syntax highlighting, versioning, and export/import. It stands out by combining local-first encryption, plain Markdown, and a polished terminal interface, making secure writing accessible without leaving the command line.

Target audience: developers, writers, privacy-conscious users

Repository: https://writui.com/ · Rust · MIT · 5 stars

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