Simple Sticky Notes
Free sticky notes for the Windows desktop with reminders
What is Simple Sticky Notes?
Simple Sticky Notes is a freeware Windows program that puts sticky notes on the desktop. Notes are created from a system tray icon and can carry formatted text, checklists and alarm reminders, and a Note Explorer window lists, searches and groups every note. The maker, Simnet, states that it is free for both personal and commercial use.
Simple Sticky Notes is free to use. See every plan
Good for
- Windows users who want reminders stuck to the desktop
- Short checklists and quick notes that stay in view while working
- Offices that need a notes tool that is free for commercial use
Worth knowing
- Windows only: it runs on Windows 7 through 11, including Arm64 versions of Windows 10 and 11.
- Notes are kept in a local Notes.db file, and moving them to another PC is done with the backup and restore functions.
- Restoring a backup permanently deletes every note currently in the app, including trashed ones.
- The freeware license allows the maker to place announcements of its other products in the software.
Key features
- Desktop sticky notes
- Double-clicking the tray icon adds a note to the desktop. Each note can be hidden, recolored and given its own opacity.
- Alarm reminders
- A note can be given an alarm so that it reminds you of a task at a set time.
- Checklists
- Checkboxes turn a note into a checklist, with indented child items that follow their parent when it is checked or unchecked.
- Note Explorer
- One window shows all notes, searches them, sorts them into notebooks and gives access to deleted notes.
- Print, export and share
- Notes can be printed, exported as text or RTF files, and shared to Twitter and WhatsApp.
- Themes, sounds and dark mode
- The site's Store offers note themes and alarm sounds that install by double-clicking an .ssnex file, and the app has a dark mode.
Simple Sticky Notes pricing
- Starts at
- Free
- Free plan
- Freeware: the download page says it is completely free for personal and commercial use, and the license lets you use it without charge.
- Free trial
- None listed
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Sticky Notes | $0 | The full Windows app. Themes and sounds from the site's Store are added as extension files, with no prices shown. |
Read from simplestickynotes.com on Oct 9, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Simple Sticky Notes before you buy.
Simple Sticky Notes alternatives
- Simple Sticky Notes vs Notezilla
Free plan · from $19.95/yr
- Simple Sticky Notes vs Google Keep
Free plan · from $7/mo
- Simple Sticky Notes vs Stickier
Free plan · from $4.99 one-time
Common questions
Is Simple Sticky Notes free?
Yes. Simple Sticky Notes is free to use. Freeware: the download page says it is completely free for personal and commercial use, and the license lets you use it without charge.
How much does Simple Sticky Notes cost?
Simple Sticky Notes lists one plan. Simple Sticky Notes: $0. Prices were read from simplestickynotes.com on Oct 9, 2026.
What platforms does Simple Sticky Notes work on?
Simple Sticky Notes is available on Windows.
Does Simple Sticky Notes have an Android app?
No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Simple Sticky Notes is listed for Windows.
Does Simple Sticky Notes have an iPhone app?
No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Simple Sticky Notes is listed for Windows.
Is Simple Sticky Notes open source?
Simple Sticky Notes is not described as open source on its own site, as read on Oct 9, 2026.
Who makes Simple Sticky Notes?
Simple Sticky Notes is made by Simnet Limited.
What are the alternatives to Simple Sticky Notes?
The closest alternatives to Simple Sticky Notes in our directory are Stickies, Notezilla, Google Keep and Stickier. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Simple Sticky Notes.
Sources for this page
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