Open and navigate
Open .md and .markdown files, drag documents onto the window, move back and forward, and open local Markdown links in the app.
Meow & Purr
A free Markdown viewer for Mac, iPad, and iPhone.
Open local documents, read common Markdown extensions, follow wiki-style links, search, zoom, print, and share while keeping file access explicit.
Read local Markdown documents
Meow & Purr is built for opening documents you already have, not for creating another account or syncing service.
Comfortable reading
Use search, zoom, light and dark appearance, keyboard shortcuts, gestures, printing, and sharing across Apple devices.
Useful Markdown features
View headings, lists, links, code blocks, tables, task lists, strikethrough, highlight, superscript, and wiki-style links.
Supported formats
The app focuses on reading Markdown, including common extensions used in notes, documentation, and simple wiki-style documents. Some syntax is intentionally supported only partially when file access or security requires explicit user permission.
- CommonMark
- GitHub Flavored Markdown
- Markdown Extra
- MultiMarkdown
- WikiLink Markdown
Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 26, 2026. Meow & Purr keeps document access local and explicit. This policy explains what data the app does and does not collect.
No app data collection
Meow & Purr does not collect analytics, tracking data, account data, or document contents. No sign-in, hosted workspace, or cloud document service is required to read local files.
Local file access
Documents stay on your device unless you choose to send a file yourself. Linked local files and local images outside the selected document may require explicit read-only folder permission.
No tracking partners
No ads or third-party analytics SDKs are included. Meow & Purr does not sell, share, or disclose app data to advertising networks, data brokers, or analytics providers.
Safer rendering
Raw HTML is shown as text instead of rendered, unsafe link schemes are blocked, and oversized local images are not loaded automatically.
Optional bug reports
Bug reports are sent only when you choose to email them. They may include your email address, app and device details, the issue description, and any sample file you decide is safe to share.
Retention and deletion
Bug reports are used only to investigate app issues. You can request deletion of a bug report you sent by using the deletion request email below.
Support
Meow & Purr is a free app provided as-is. Individual technical support is not available, but reproducible bug reports are welcome.
Report a reproducible bug
Please do not send private documents. If a sample file is needed, reduce it to the smallest safe example first.
Please include this information
- Meow & Purr version
- macOS, iPadOS, or iOS version
- Device model
- Steps to reproduce
- Expected result
- Actual result
- Minimal sample Markdown file if safe to share
FAQ
Is Meow & Purr free?
Yes. The app is free of charge and provided as-is.
Why are some local images or links blocked?
Files outside the document you opened stay private until you allow access. Meow & Purr may ask you to choose a folder with read-only access before opening linked documents or showing local images.
Why is raw HTML not rendered?
Raw HTML is shown as text for security so documents cannot inject arbitrary page content into the renderer.
Can I request features?
You can email a bug report, but bug reports are prioritized and individual replies are not guaranteed.