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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

Local Journal is designed to be private by default. This app does not require accounts, does not collect personal data, and does not transmit your journal entries to any servers.

Your Data

All journal entries, settings, and preferences are stored locally on your device. Local Journal does not upload, sync, or back up your data to the cloud.

Because your data never leaves your device, we cannot access, view, or recover your journal entries.

Accounts and Identity

Local Journal does not require you to create an account. We do not collect names, email addresses, usernames, or any other identifying information.

Analytics and Ads

The Local Journal website uses Google Analytics to understand basic website visits and page usage. The app does not include analytics services, advertising networks, or trackers.

We do not track how you use the app or collect your journal entries.

App Permissions

Local Journal only requests permissions that are necessary for core functionality, such as:

These permissions are used entirely on-device and are never shared externally.

App Lock and Security

If enabled, app lock uses your device's existing PIN, pattern, or biometric security. Local Journal does not create or store separate passwords.

Data Export

You may export your journal entries at any time as a text file. JSON file export is also available with premium. Exported files are created locally and remain under your control.

Third-Party Services

Local Journal does not integrate with third-party services that process your data.

Children's Privacy

Local Journal does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone, including children. Since no data is collected or transmitted, there is no user profiling or data retention.

Changes to This Policy

If this privacy policy changes, the updated version will be made available on this page. Changes will not retroactively affect your existing data, which always remains on your device.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, you can contact us at support@localjournal.app.