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SneakNote, A Secure Alternative to Privnote

Privnote is one of the most well-known self-destructing note services on the web. Its simplicity has made it a go-to tool for quickly sharing sensitive information. SneakNote builds on that same concept while adding stronger security defaults and more control over your shared notes.

Feature Comparison

Feature
Privnote
SneakNote
Encryption
Server-side encryption
Client-side E2E encryption
Password Protection
Not available
Built-in password protection
Self-Destruct Timers
After reading only
Flexible timers (1 hour to 30 days)
Email Notifications
Destruction notification
Deletion notifications
Account Required
No
No
Custom Note Expiry
Limited options
Multiple expiry durations
User Interface
Simple, clean design
Modern, responsive UI
Ad-Free Experience
Contains ads
Minimal, non-intrusive ads

Where Privnote Excels

Privnote has earned its popularity through sheer simplicity. You visit the site, type a message, and get a link. There is almost no learning curve, and it works reliably. The destruction notification feature is a thoughtful touch that lets senders know when their note has been opened. For users who want the absolute simplest workflow, Privnote delivers.

Where SneakNote Stands Out

SneakNote addresses several gaps in Privnote's feature set. Password protection adds a second layer of security, ensuring that even if a link is intercepted, the note cannot be read without the correct password. Client-side encryption means the server never has access to your plaintext content. Customizable self-destruct timers let you set notes to expire based on time, not just on reading, which is useful when recipients may not open a note promptly.

Who Should Switch?

If you share passwords, API keys, or other sensitive credentials regularly, the added security features in SneakNote provide meaningful protection. Users who need time-based expiry or password-protected notes will findSneakNote to be a more capable tool. If you prefer absolute minimalism above all else, Privnote remains a solid choice.

Try SneakNote, Create a Secure Note Now

No sign-up required. Add a password, set an expiry timer, and share your note securely.

Create a Private Note

Add an extra layer of security with a password

Get an email when the note is deleted, whether it was read or expired

Choose when the note will be destroyed

Whatever timer you pick, every note is permanently deleted 1 year after it is created.