footnotes.at – A quiet place for short writing

Summary: footnotes.at is a public platform for short-form writing, allowing users to publish notes, marginalia, and small essays without social metrics or algorithms. It supports creating and collecting brief, self-contained pieces that accumulate over time in a shared space.

What it does

Users can publish short writings and add footnotes—either their own or others’—to a personal collection. Content is displayed newest first and remains publicly accessible without ranking or follower systems.

Who it's for

It is designed for writers seeking a low-pressure environment for brief, reflective texts without audience metrics or social performance.

Why it matters

It provides a focused space for writing that prioritizes content preservation over social validation or optimization.