Chronicler
The offline worldbuilding tool for writers and GMs.
"Hi, I'm Michael. I'm a solo developer and a DM who was tired of messy folders and expensive subscriptions. I built Chronicler because I wanted a tool that respected my privacy and my creativity. I hope it serves your world as well as it has mine :)"
Read the full story →Stop worrying about server outages, missed subscription payments, or
losing access to your life's work. Build your world offline, your
way, anywhere.
Your world belongs to you.
Chronicler is a private, offline worldbuilding app for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It acts as a lightning-fast local wiki for your novels or TTRPG campaigns, giving you the power of a connected database without the anxiety of your data being in someone else's hands.
Already started elsewhere? Migrate in minutes. Chronicler works natively with Obsidian vaults and has built-in importers for Word, Google Docs, and Fandom/MediaWiki sites.
Why Creators Are Switching
Vs. World Anvil
Stop Renting Access. Your world shouldn't be held hostage by a subscription. Chronicler gives you 100% offline ownership of your files forever.
Compare Features →Vs. Obsidian
Skip the Setup. Don't spend hours configuring plugins. Chronicler comes pre-built with native Infoboxes, image carousels, and worldbuilding tools out of the box.
Compare Features →Vs. Notion
Databases aren't Lore. Stop fighting with table views. Build an interconnected wiki that feels like a real book, not a spreadsheet.
Compare Features →Powerful Core Features, Free Forever
🔒 Offline-First & Private
Your work is yours, forever. Chronicler saves all files locally in plain text Markdown format, ensuring you always have control.
🌐 Cross-Platform
Enjoy a fast, native experience on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Your world is always with you, no matter your operating system.
🔗 Powerful Linking
Bring your world to life with [[wikilinks]]. This feature automatically creates connections between
your pages, building a web of lore.
📇 Infoboxes
Standardize your notes with wiki-style infoboxes. Define custom fields to keep your lore consistent and easy to read.
🖥️ Live Split-Screen Editor
See your formatted text as you type. The split view shows a live preview of your page, so you can focus on writing, not formatting.
🏷️ Tag Your World
Organize your thoughts with a flexible tagging system. Add tags to categorize your pages and find all related notes with a single click.
🎨 Customizable Themes
Make Chronicler your own. Personalize everything from colors to custom fonts, creating a unique look with the powerful theme editor.
🤫 Spoilers & Secrets
Hide information within your notes using Discord-style ||spoilers||. Keep secrets from other users until the right moment!
🗺️ Discover Backlinks
Uncover hidden relationships. The backlinks panel shows you every page that links to your current note, making it easy to navigate your web of knowledge.
🧩 Page Inserts
Embed the content of one page directly into another. Keep your notes consistent by inserting reusable details (navboxes, item cards, stat blocks etc.) wherever they're needed.
📄 Templates
Create reusable templates for characters, locations, items etc. New pages are pre-filled, ensuring consistency and saving you time.
📈 Vault Diagnostics
Keep your world healthy. View auto-generated reports to find broken links and other issues, with interactive tools to help you quickly fix them.
Break Free from Closed Systems
Trapped in Google Docs? Locked out of World Anvil? Chronicler frees your data. Import your existing work in seconds and convert it into a standard, future-proof format.
Word & Google Docs
Import your .docx files directly. Chronicler automatically
converts your formatting, headers, and lists into clean Markdown.
MediaWiki & Fandom
Migrate an entire wiki at once. Import a standard .xml dump to convert your categories, images, and links into a local
Chronicler vault.
Community Voices
"This is quite literally encompassing everything I've ever wanted... nothing comes close to the simplicity and scope... I mean what more is there to say!"
"A lore keeping software that I’ve been looking for for YEARS!! Very excited to see where it goes."
"With every update you're transforming this program into something that just... does what I ask it to. I absolutely love it!"
"I'm impressed. This is very good. Works out of the box."
"As someone looking for a wikipedia-style deal without having to faff around with servers, this is great."
"My bestie sent me this, and so far, yours is looking incredible. Thanks for making this!"
🏆 Community Champions
A huge thank you to the generous people who have supported Chronicler!
Support the Mission
I am working on Chronicler full-time to build the best offline worldbuilding tool possible.
Because I don't charge subscriptions, track your data, or run ads, community donations are vital. They keep the lights on and ensure Chronicler remains free and open for everyone.
Community License
For half the price of a TTRPG sourcebook, you can make a one-time purchase to show your support. It keeps the lights on and unlocks the Fantasy Atmosphere Pack - a cosmetic overhaul that gives your vault a legendary look.
Purchase with CardBecome a Patron
Join one of our tiers (Scribe, Archivist, Loremaster) for monthly perks! You can vote on new features, get priority support, and receive a Community License to disable donation prompts and unlock the Fantasy Atmosphere Pack.
Join on PatreonOne-Time Donation
If you prefer a simple, one-time donation of any amount, you can buy me a coffee (or a few!).
Buy Me a CoffeeChronicler Pro (v1.0) - Coming Soon!
Chronicler is a labor of love. While the core app is free forever, your support helps keep the project alive :)
Chronicler Pro follows the Fair Software model.
A one-time payment grants you a permanent license for Version 1.x. You get every 1.x update for free, and you keep access to these features forever.
Future major versions (e.g., v2.0) may introduce new paid upgrades, but your v1 license will never be revoked or downgraded.
🗺️ Interactive Maps
Drop pins on your world maps and link them directly to your location pages.
⏳ Timelines
Add dates to your pages, define custom non-Gregorian calendars, and visualize the history of your world.
🌳 Family Trees
Connect characters and visualize their relationships with dynamic family trees.
🎵 Audio Embedding
Bring your world to life with sound. Embed ambient music or voice notes directly into pages.
🔍 Deep Search
Advanced querying to find every mention of a character or concept across your entire vault instantly.
🪄 Advanced Database
Turn your vault into a living database. Create dynamic tables that automatically pull data from your notes.
Ready to Start Building?
Download Chronicler for free on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Go to Downloads Page