Feather Wiki

Feather Wiki

Feather Wiki is a tiny, self-contained JavaScript wiki that runs in the browser. At just 58KB, it's like TiddlyWiki but as small as possible, offering a lightning-fast tool for creating non-linear notebooks, databases and wikis.

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License
AGPL-3.0
Deployment Difficulty
Easy
Language
JavaScript

Feather Wiki is an ultra-lightweight wiki platform that runs entirely in the browser as a single HTML file. Inspired by TiddlyWiki but focused on minimalism, it provides a powerful tool for creating self-contained wikis, notebooks, and knowledge bases while maintaining a tiny 58KB footprint.

Key Features

  • Minimal & Self-Contained:

    • Single 58KB HTML file
    • No installation required
    • Runs completely in browser
    • Save locally or to server
    • No external dependencies
  • Rich Content Creation:

    • Visual HTML editor
    • Markdown support
    • Page linking
    • File attachments
    • Full text search
    • Version history
  • Extensible Architecture:

    • Custom extensions support
    • Themeable interface
    • Multiple language translations
    • API access
    • Framework customization
  • Advanced Capabilities:

    • Server-side saving
    • Mobile-friendly interface
    • Browser compatibility detection
    • Data export options
    • Content backup
    • Custom styling

Who Should Use Feather Wiki

Feather Wiki is ideal for:

  • Personal Users wanting a lightweight note-taking system
  • Developers needing portable documentation
  • Writers seeking a self-contained writing environment
  • Knowledge Workers requiring offline-first tools
  • Anyone looking for a simple, fast wiki solution

Getting Started

Feather Wiki requires minimal setup:

  1. Download the HTML file:

    • Get the latest release from the website
    • Save it anywhere on your computer
    • Open in any modern browser
  2. Optional Server Setup:

    • Configure WebDAV for server saving
    • Set up authentication if desired
    • Enable server-side features

The platform provides immediate functionality with no configuration required, while still offering advanced features for those who need them. Its tiny size and self-contained nature make it perfect for portable knowledge management.

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