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Obsidian pricing: plans and what you get
Free note-taking app that keeps your notes as files on your own device, with optional paid sync.
Prices checked Nov 2, 2026
How much does Obsidian cost?
Obsidian has a free plan for personal use. The cheapest paid plan is Sync at US$4/month billed yearly, or US$5 month to month. Start on the free Obsidian app plan. Move to Sync when you need End-to-end encrypted sync.
Obsidian plans and prices
| Plan | Monthly | Yearly (per month) | What it adds | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obsidian app | Free | Free | Free app | Free for personal use |
| Sync | US$5 | US$4 | End-to-end encrypted sync | Per user |
| Publish | US$10 | US$8 | Publish notes as a site | Per site |
| Commercial license | Not offered | US$4.17 | Commercial use | US$50 per user per year |
Source: obsidian.md/pricing, checked Nov 2, 2026. “Not offered” means there's no such billing option.
See Obsidian's official pricing page before you pay. Prices change, and taxes depend on where you live.
Good to know
- Paying yearly saves about 20% on Sync: US$4/month instead of US$5.
Watch out for
- The free Obsidian app plan is limited: free for personal use.
- Prices are per user, so the cost grows as you add more.
- Bigger plans cost a lot more: Publish is from US$8/month.
- Commercial license is only sold yearly.
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FAQ
Does Obsidian have a free plan?
Obsidian has a free plan for personal use.
How much does Obsidian cost?
The cheapest paid plan is Sync at US$4/month billed yearly, or US$5 month to month. Prices are in US dollars before tax, checked Nov 2, 2026.