Does FloatBoard send any data to external servers?

No. FloatBoard operates 100% offline. All notes, clipboard clips, and reference images are saved strictly in your local device storage.

How does the Always-on-Top feature work?

FloatBoard uses native OS window manager APIs to keep the scratchpad floating above your IDE, browser, Word, Figma, or meeting windows so you never have to Alt-Tab.

v1.0.20 Available · 100% Offline · No Account Required

Download FloatBoard

Q: Is FloatBoard really free to download?

Yes. The free tier gives you 5 pinned texts per day, 5 reference images per day, and one floating window with zero payment, no trial expiration, and no account required.

Choose your operating system to install FloatBoard. Pin active notes, copied clipboard history, and reference screenshots permanently above your workspace.

Windows macOS Linux

Windows

v1.0.20 · 64-bit

Full native installer for Windows 11 and Windows 10. Automatically supports one-click Always-on-Top pinning.

Download Windows .exe

Store version: Get from Microsoft Store

Release checksums: View GitHub Release

Install via Scoop terminal:

scoop install floatboard

macOS

v1.0.15 · Apple Silicon & Intel

Universal macOS build. Extract the ZIP archive and move FloatBoard directly to your Applications folder.

Download macOS .zip

Installation: Extract & Drag to Apps

Release checksums: macOS Release Notes

Linux

v1.0.20 · x64

Native packages for Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch Linux, and universal Flatpak or AppImage.

Ubuntu / Debian (.deb) Download ↓ Fedora / RHEL (.rpm) Download ↓ Universal AppImage Portable ↓

Flathub (Flatpak):

flatpak install flathub xyz.floatboard.FloatBoard

Snap Store:

sudo snap install floatboard

Arch Linux / AUR: yay -S floatboard-bin

Package details: Linux Checksums

Start in 3 Simple Steps

Get your first always-on-top floating board running in less than 30 seconds.

Download & Open

Run the native installer for your OS. No sign-up, no credit card, and zero telemetry.

Paste Notes or Images

Add active code snippets, research instructions, API keys, or visual reference mockups.

Pin and Stay in Flow

Click the Pin icon. FloatBoard stays permanently visible above your code editor or browser without Alt-Tab switching.

Free Plan Included: 5 text clips per day, 5 reference images per day, and 1 floating window. Completely free forever.

Compare with $5.99 Lifetime Pro →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FloatBoard really free to download?

Yes. You can download and use FloatBoard Free immediately with no credit card and no expiration. If you ever need unlimited items, multiple boards, and advanced features, you can get the $5.99 one-time lifetime license.

Does FloatBoard require an account or internet connection?

No. FloatBoard is 100% offline. Everything you type, copy, or pin is stored locally on your hard drive. Zero telemetry, zero cloud tracking, zero data leaks.

How does "Always on Top" work?

FloatBoard uses native operating system APIs to stay floating above full-screen editors (VS Code, Cursor), web browsers, and word processors. Read our clipboard manager guide for more details.

What if I run into installation issues?

Check our Linux installation guide or contact support with your operating system and package format.