RefNest: Cross-platform reference inbox

Centralizes saved references from Twitter, Instagram, Dribbble and more into one searchable local hub

Problem

Developers and designers scatter references across Twitter bookmarks, Instagram saves and Dribbble, then can only remember 'I saw a great reference somewhere' when they need it. Tools like Mymind require ongoing payment and don't prioritize local storage or fast capture.

Solution

A local-first reference collector: a browser extension and share menu capture links, images and source platforms in one tap, auto-tag and organize by project, with full-text search and random resurfacing. Data stays local by default with optional sync.

Users

Developers, designers and indie creators who frequently collect visual and content references

MVP

Browser extension to save current page/image with source; local SQLite storage and full-text search; collections by project; random resurfacing of unused references; export Markdown link lists.

Revenue

One-time purchase for the local version; annual subscription for cloud sync; team-shared collections as an add-on.

Why now

Information fragmentation is worsening, users are subscription-fatigued and privacy-sensitive, and local-first tools are gaining acceptance. A solo dev can close the loop with an extension and local DB.