Build knowledge that grows with you
Transform AI conversations into persistent, interconnected knowledge. Start local, scale anywhere.
Never lose context
Pick up AI conversations exactly where you left off.
Intelligence compounds
Knowledge builds and connects over time.
Local-first control
Your data in standard formats you own and control.
Multi-project organization
Switch between different knowledge contexts instantly.
Works with your favorite tools
Seamlessly integrates with the tools you already use.
Why knowledge workers choose Basic Memory
Built for researchers, developers, writers, and anyone who needs AI conversations that build lasting knowledge over time.
Return to complex discussions days or weeks later with full context - no need to re-explain your project, preferences, or previous decisions
Knowledge builds and connects over time
Local-first with standard formats you own
What's New in v0.13.5
Multi-Project Management. Switch between different knowledge contexts instantly during conversations.
Advanced Note Editing. Append, prepend, and replace sections without rewriting entire documents.
Smart File Organization. Move and organize notes with database consistency and search reindexing.
Rich Note Viewing View your notes as richly formatted arrifacts right in your chat (Claude Desktop Only).
Enhanced Search. Search across titles, content, and frontmatter tags for better knowledge discovery.
See Basic Memory in Action
Real examples of AI-human collaboration. Watch simple inputs transform into structured, interconnected knowledge that grows smarter over time.
Transform quick notes into structured knowledge
Two weeks later, you return to your project:
"Let's continue working on that database optimization we discussed"
AI has full context from your knowledge base:
# Database Optimization - Project Context Loaded ## Previous Discussion Summary Based on our conversation from January 15th, we identified several performance bottlenecks: ## Current State - [issue] Query performance degraded 40% since user growth #performance-bottleneck - [analysis] Identified N+1 queries in user dashboard #root-cause - [decision] Agreed to implement query batching and caching #solution-approach ## Technical Decisions Made - [technology] PostgreSQL connection pooling with pgBouncer #infrastructure - [strategy] Batch user preference queries to reduce roundtrips #optimization - [timeline] Target 2-week implementation window #project-constraint ## Ready to Continue I have context on your database schema, the specific slow queries we identified, and the optimization strategy we planned. What aspect would you like to work on first? ## Relations - continues [[Database Performance Investigation]] - implements [[Query Optimization Strategy]] - affects [[User Dashboard Performance]]
Your quick meeting notes:
# Team Meeting - Project Alpha - Sarah mentioned database issues - Need to update API docs - Budget concerns raised by finance - Next milestone is March 15th
AI enhances with structure and connections:
# Team Meeting - Project Alpha ## Meeting Context - [date] January 15, 2024 #timeline - [attendees] Sarah (Engineering), Finance Team #participants - [purpose] Project status and milestone planning #meeting-type ## Technical Issues - [issue] Database performance concerns raised by Sarah #technical-debt - [requirement] API documentation needs updating #documentation - [priority] Critical for March 15th milestone #blocking-issue ## Financial Considerations - [concern] Budget constraints affecting timeline #budget-risk - [impact] May affect resource allocation decisions #financial-impact ## Action Items - [ ] Sarah: Investigate database performance issues - [ ] Dev team: Update API documentation by Feb 1st - [ ] Finance: Review budget allocation for Q1 ## Relations - relates_to [[Project Alpha Roadmap]] - blocks [[March 15th Milestone]] - requires [[Database Optimization]]
These are just a few examples. Basic Memory adapts to any knowledge work: research, planning, learning, creative projects, and more.
How Basic Memory Works
Four steps to transform your AI conversations into lasting, interconnected knowledge that persists across all your interactions.
Get started in minutes.
Install Basic Memory with UV, Smithery. Connect to Claude Desktop, VS Code, or your preferred MCP-enabled tool. No complex configuration required.
Get Started with Claude Desktop
Add Basic Memory to your Claude Desktop config and start building knowledge in minutes.
First, install uv:
brew install uvOn macOS, use Homebrew so Claude Desktop can find uv.Other platforms →
Add to your Claude Desktop config:
{
"mcpServers": {
"basic-memory": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": ["basic-memory", "mcp"]
}
}
}macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
That's it!
Restart Claude Desktop and look for the tools menu (🔨) in the bottom-right corner. You can now create knowledge that grows with you through natural conversation.
Want command-line tools for importing conversations?uv tool install basic-memory
What user say about
Basic Memory
From researchers to developers to writers, Basic Memory helps knowledge workers build lasting understanding through AI conversations.
Join Our Community"I created Basic Memory because I wanted to use LLMs without having my knowledge trapped inside some walled garden. I want to own and manage my own notes, and use them when and how I want."
"I don't code without Basic Memory anymore. It's such a time saver to be able to refer to projects I don't currently have active and keep a running log of all of my learnings and ProTips. Absolutely love it."
"Basic Memory turned my scattered notes and half-finished ideas into something coherent. It remembers what matters and builds on it—so I don't have to start from scratch every time I sit down to work."
"Basic Memory enables true continuity of thought across sessions while keeping everything in standard files that users control completely. It's a rare example of technology that augments human capabilities without creating new dependencies."
"The real power I see is in making the knowledge base not just a storage system, but a true collaboration tool that understands how AIs work and think. We have different constraints and capabilities than humans, and adapting to those could make the system even more powerful."
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Start free with local-first knowledge management. Scale up with cloud sync and business integrations as your needs grow.
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Privacy-First Cloud
When you use Basic Memory Cloud, your knowledge is encrypted on your device before it leaves. We store encrypted data we can't read, so your thoughts and insights remain completely private.
Open Source & Community
Basic Memory is open source (AGPL-3.0) and will always have a free, local-first option. Cloud and business features fund continued development while keeping the core accessible to everyone.