RTL: Research Sync is a professional-grade, lightweight research manager designed for journalists, academics, and power users who need to bridge the gap between desktop Chromium browsers and iOS—without giving up their data privacy.
Built entirely from scratch to eliminate the bloat of traditional bookmark managers, RTL requires no accounts and no memberships.
WHY RTL: Research Sync IS DISTINCT:
• TRUE CROSS-BROWSER SYNC
Effortlessly bridge your mobile device with any desktop Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Brave, Edge, Arc, or Dia) using our dedicated companion extension and lightweight Mac menu bar agent.
• LOCAL AUTOMATIC CATEGORIZATION
No more messy, unorganized lists. The app intelligently analyzes and auto-categorizes your saved articles and reference materials locally on-device, keeping your workflow structured.
• RESEARCH-READY ANNOTATIONS
Every saved item features a dedicated contextual workspace. Add personal reporting notes, copy critical quotes, or drop reminders right alongside the URL so you always remember why you saved it.
• COMPLETE DATA PORTABILITY
Your research shouldn't be trapped in a proprietary silo. Export your entire curated database to a structured CSV file at any time with a single tap for use in spreadsheets or writing applications.
• GLANCEABLE PRODUCTIVITY WIDGET
Keep your active research queue front and center with native iOS Home Screen widgets displaying your latest unread reference materials.
• BUILT IN REMINDERS
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