I’m feeling a bit anxious about our reliance on Notion for managing our startup projects. We use it for everything from data storage to documentation and planning. But the recent changes they’ve made have me worried.
What if they suddenly impose strict limits on our usage? Like saying we can only have a certain number of rows unless we upgrade? It might sound extreme, but it feels like a real possibility.
Our entire workflow depends on Notion, and the thought of being forced into a corner or losing access to our data is unsettling.
Has anyone else had similar thoughts? Are you looking into backup options or other tools? I’d really appreciate hearing your experiences or if you think I’m just being paranoid.
It’s just that so much of our important information is stored there, and I want to make sure we’re not putting all our eggs in one basket. Any advice or suggestions would be great!
hey man, i feel ya. we had similar worries bout our data n stuff. what we did was start usin multiple tools. like, we still use notion for some things, but we also got a github wiki for docs and trello for tasks. it’s not perfect, but it feels safer. maybe try spreadin things out a bit?
I totally get where you’re coming from, Harry47. We faced a similar dilemma with our startup a while back. We were all-in on Notion, and it was great until we hit some unexpected roadblocks.
What worked for us was gradually moving our most critical data to a self-hosted solution. We went with NextCloud for file storage and collaboration, and set up a Git-based system for documentation. It took some time to transition, but now we have full control over our data.
For project management, we’ve been using a combination of Trello and Jira. They’re not perfect, but they’re reliable and have clear pricing structures.
The key is to start the transition before you’re forced to. It’s a bit of work upfront, but the peace of mind is worth it. Plus, you’ll likely discover some workflow improvements along the way.
Don’t get me wrong, Notion is still a great tool. We just use it more selectively now, mainly for brainstorming and quick collaborative docs. Having a diversified toolkit has made us more resilient to any single platform’s changes.
Your concerns are valid, Harry47. I’ve encountered similar issues with another platform, and it emphasized the need for data sovereignty. While Notion remains a powerful tool, it’s wise not to rely on it exclusively.
Exploring open-source alternatives like Joplin or StandardNotes for note-taking and documentation might be beneficial as they offer robust encryption and local storage options. Additionally, platforms like Taiga or OpenProject can serve as self-hosted project management solutions, granting you greater control over your data.
Implementing a regular export routine for your Notion data ensures you always have a backup, minimizing potential risks. Diversifying your tools may also reveal workflow improvements over time.