Overview
Everdo is a cross-platform GTD (Getting Things Done) application that prioritizes privacy and data security. Unlike cloud-based alternatives, Everdo stores all information locally on your device with end-to-end encryption, making it ideal for users who value data privacy and offline accessibility.
Features
Privacy & Security
- Local Data Storage: All information stays on your device, never sent to external servers
- End-to-End Encryption: Secure encryption protects your task data
- Offline Availability: Full functionality without internet connection
- No Account Required: Use without creating online accounts or sharing personal information
- Data Ownership: Complete control over your productivity data
GTD Implementation
- Inbox Processing: Capture and process tasks following GTD methodology
- Next Actions: Clear list of immediately actionable items
- Projects: Multi-step outcomes organized with supporting actions
- Contexts: Filter tasks by location, tool, or situation (@home, @computer, etc.)
- Someday/Maybe: Store future possibilities without cluttering active lists
- Waiting For: Track delegated items and expected responses
Task Management
- Quick capture with keyboard shortcuts
- Hierarchical project organization
- Due dates and scheduling
- Notes and attachments
- Tags and labels for flexible organization
- Focus mode for distraction-free work
Platform Support
- Linux: Native application optimized for Linux distributions
- Windows: Full Windows desktop support
- macOS: Native Mac application
- Cross-Platform Sync: Optional encrypted sync between devices
GTD Features
Everdo fully implements David Allen's Getting Things Done methodology:
- Capture: Quickly add tasks to inbox
- Clarify: Process inbox items into actionable tasks
- Organize: Categorize by project, context, and priority
- Reflect: Weekly review tools and reports
- Engage: Focus on next actions with context filtering
Use Cases
- Privacy-Conscious Professionals: Users who need task management without cloud dependence
- Offline Workers: People who work in environments with limited or no internet
- Security-Sensitive Roles: Professionals handling confidential information
- GTD Practitioners: Users committed to David Allen's methodology
- Linux Users: Rare native Linux GTD application
Target Audience
- Experienced GTD practitioners seeking privacy
- Security-conscious professionals
- Linux desktop users
- Anyone wanting offline-first task management
- Users who prefer local data storage over cloud services
Philosophy
Everdo believes productivity software should respect user privacy and work independently of internet connectivity. The app demonstrates that powerful GTD implementation doesn't require sacrificing data ownership or privacy.
Pricing
Free tier available with core features; Pro version unlocks advanced GTD capabilities including projects, contexts, and sync.
System Requirements
- Linux (various distributions supported)
- Windows 10 or later
- macOS 10.13 or later
