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Obsidian is a powerful, local-first knowledge base built on plain Markdown files, with backlinks, graph view, and a rich plugin ecosystem.
Obsidian
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Listed May 19, 2026Updated Jun 9, 2026
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What is Obsidian?
Sharpen your thinking. Obsidian is a powerful, local-first knowledge base built on plain Markdown files, with backlinks, graph view, and a rich plugin ecosystem.
What category is Obsidian in?
Obsidian is listed under Productivity on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.
Who founded Obsidian?
Obsidian was founded by Erica Xu (@kepano on X, @kepano on GitHub).
When was Obsidian founded?
Obsidian was founded in 2020.
Where can I visit Obsidian?
You can visit Obsidian at obsidian.md, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.
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