Apple Notes Snapshot
Local-first Apple Notes backup control room for macOS with a read-only MCP surface.
No outside reports on file
Apple Notes Snapshot reads local files; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 24, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesReads local filesNOTED
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourceGitHub (xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
No npm or PyPI package is listed. Install from source: github.com/xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot ↗
Everything known
We found nothing about this project in the sources we read (last checked 2026-10-30). That does not mean it has no problems.
0 incidents · 0 advisories · 0 news articles · 0 community threads · checked 2026-10-30
Popularity grade: D (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-24.
Sources we read: OSV, GitHub Advisory Database, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, 44 security news feeds and our incident library. Last checked 2026-10-30.
About Apple Notes Snapshot
Apple Notes Snapshot is an MCP server focused on Files & documents: Local-first Apple Notes backup control room for macOS with a read-only MCP surface.
It is hosted on GitHub at xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot. Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads local files.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
No npm or PyPI package is listed for this MCP server. Source code and setup steps: github.com/xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot.
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-29
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Risks to watch for
- Local file read access: Reads local documents or database files. Point it only at the specific files needed for the task so sensitive workspace files remain out of reach.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via GitHub (xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install Apple Notes Snapshot?
Apple Notes Snapshot does not publish a standalone npm or PyPI package. Clone or follow the setup instructions in its source repository at github.com/xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot.
Are there security reports about Apple Notes Snapshot?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). Apple Notes Snapshot currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Review the permissions and source repository before granting access to local files, shell commands, or API keys.
Is Apple Notes Snapshot actively maintained?
We do not have star or download counts on file for Apple Notes Snapshot yet (listing refreshed 2026-10-29). Check the commit history and open issues at github.com/xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot before relying on it.
What are alternatives to Apple Notes Snapshot?
Compare Apple Notes Snapshot side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- xiaojiou176-open
- Source code
- github.com/xiaojiou176-open/apple-notes-snapshot
- Est. context load
- ~500 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.25% of 200k context)
- Last updated
- 2026-10-29
- Last graded
- 2026-10-24
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