MyCrystal

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About MyCrystal

MyCrystal captures public links via Telegram bot or email and converts them into clean Markdown notes. The tool preserves the original source text and uses AI to insert wiki links that connect new notes to existing ones in a private vault. Backlinks show how notes relate to each other, creating a network of related concepts. Users can edit notes block by block, add questions or thoughts, and revisit material over time without pressure to finish. The vault is web-based and accessible from any device, with options to download individual notes or export the entire collection as portable Markdown. Wiki links remain readable in tools like Obsidian, supporting local workflows. The service is private by default, with no public exposure of saved notes or sources.

Key features

Captures public links via Telegram bot or email
Converts sources to clean Markdown format
AI-generated wiki links between related notes
Backlink visualization for note relationships
Block-level editing of notes
Web-based vault accessible from any device
Portable Markdown export with wiki-link syntax
Privacy-conscious analytics without tracking content

Use cases

Building a private knowledge base from online sources
Active reading and note development over time
Connecting related ideas across saved materials

Pros

Preserves original source text as clean Markdown
Automatically inserts wiki links and backlinks to connect notes
Supports editing and incremental development of notes
Portable Markdown export compatible with Obsidian and other tools
Private by default with no public exposure of saved content

Cons

Supports only public X posts and public webpages
No API access mentioned
Early release with limited free tier (60 links per month)
Requires Telegram bot or email for link capture

Frequently asked questions about MyCrystal

What is MyCrystal?

MyCrystal is a tool that captures public links via a Telegram bot or email and converts them into clean Markdown notes. It preserves the original source text and uses AI to insert wiki links that connect new notes to existing ones in a private vault.

Who should use MyCrystal?

MyCrystal is designed for individuals who engage in active reading and knowledge management, such as researchers, students, or professionals who want to build a private, connected library of curated online content.

How does MyCrystal handle privacy?

MyCrystal is private by default. Saved notes and sources remain private to your account and are not exposed to public search engines. The tool uses privacy-conscious analytics that do not include your saved URLs, note text, or personal identifiers.

Can I export my notes from MyCrystal?

Yes, you can download individual notes as Markdown or export the entire vault as a ZIP file. The exported Markdown preserves wiki-link syntax, making it compatible with tools like Obsidian.

Does MyCrystal summarize the content I save?

Not by default. MyCrystal preserves the readable source text and uses AI to identify useful concepts and add wiki links. Summarization is not the primary function.

What types of links can I save with MyCrystal?

The current release supports public X posts and public webpages. Restricted pages, paywalled material, or sources requiring private sign-ins may not be capturable.