Private journalling

Your day.In your own words.

OwnLight is a private journal for the everyday things you want to keep. Write a line or a longer entry, add a photo or speak a voice note. There is no daily quota and no perfect way to begin.

See how it works

In development for iPhone and Android. Features and availability may change before launch.

Start with a moment
Illustrative screens. Actual screenshots may differ.
Start with a moment
Illustrative screens. Actual screenshots may differ.

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A closer look

Open your journal and write what is on your mind. Use a gentle prompt when a blank page feels like too much, or leave it behind and write freely.

Add a mood, a photo or a voice note while the detail is fresh. Plus adds more photos, longer voice notes and transcription when you would rather speak than type.

Your moments sit together in your journal. Search your words and narrow the view with moods, tags or media to find a particular day or feeling again.

Made for everyday life

A journal that fits around you

Core writing works offline and entries are kept in encrypted storage on your phone. An app lock is included on Free. Optional AI tools need a connection and separate permission; ordinary writing does not require an AI request.

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A few things to know

Do I need to write every day?

No. A short check-in counts as much as a longer entry. Return when it suits you; missed days do not erase the moments you have kept.

Is a journal entry shared with anyone?

Ordinary journal entries and moments stay private. Stories are a separate collection that you create from selected moments and can choose to share. Making a Story does not open your whole journal.