Overview
Notion is a single space where you can write, plan, collaborate, and get organized. It introduces 'blocks' as the granular base, allowing users to drag and drop text, lists, code, databases, and media. Highly customizable and cross-platform, it is a leading player in productivity and workspace software.
Core Features
Flexible Block Editor
Drag and drop text, headings, to-do lists, videos, and math equations
Customizable Databases
Organize files with tables, kanban boards, calendars, and timelines
Team Collaboration
Work together in real-time with comments, mentions, and shared workspaces
Notion AI Integration
Autofill tables, summarize articles, translate text, and write copy
App Connections
Connects with Jira, GitHub, Slack, Figma, and Google Drive
Template Gallery
Thousands of community-built templates to start tracking projects instantly
How to Use
Sign Up
Visit notion.so, sign up for free using your email or Google account.
Create a Page
Click 'Add a page' in the sidebar. Start typing or use '/' to insert blocks.
Create Database
Create tables, boards, or calendar databases by typing '/database'.
Explore Templates
Click 'Templates' in the left menu, choose one that fits your task, and import it.
Founding Story
Notion Labs Inc. was founded in San Francisco in 2013 by Ivan Zhao and Simon Last. The startup struggled for years, prompting Ivan Zhao to lay off staff and relocate to Kyoto, Japan, to rewrite the app. In 2016, they released Notion 2.0, focusing on blocks and databases. The clean aesthetic and customization went viral on TikTok and Twitter. In October 2021, Notion raised funding at a $10 billion valuation, establishing itself as the premier collaborative workspace tool globally.