Sync & Account
Keep your data synchronized across all devices. Local-first architecture with real-time sync ensures your journal data is always available, with full control over where and how it's stored.
Core Principles
Local First
All data stored locally on your device for instant access
Offline First
Works perfectly without internet connection
Real-time Sync
Automatic syncing when connected
Privacy Focused
Your data stays yours, always
How Sync Works
Automatic Sync
- ✓Syncs automatically when online
- ✓Works seamlessly in background
- ✓Conflict resolution (latest change wins)
- ✓Multi-device support
Manual Control
- →Tap sync button in action bar
- →Check sync status anytime
- →Force sync when needed
- →Works offline, syncs when ready
Where Your Data Lives
Text Data
, , , and all text content
Location: Synced through Journal it! secure servers
- ✓Real-time synchronization
- ✓Automatic conflict resolution
- ✓Optional encryption available
Media & Files
Photos, videos, documents, and attachments
Location: Stored in your personal cloud storage
- ✓Google Sign In → Google Drive
- ✓Apple Sign In → iCloud
- ✓Direct integration with your cloud
- ✓Original quality preserved with thumbnails for quick loading
Privacy & Security
Never Sold
We never sell your data to third parties
No AI Training
Your data is never used to train AI models
Limited Access
Backend only accesses text data, not your files
No Ads Ever
Ad-free experience, always
Your Data, Your Control
- ✓Text data can be end-to-end encrypted - even we can't read it
- ✓Media & files stored directly in your Google Drive or iCloud
- ✓Export all your data anytime - ZIP backup or readable PDF
- ✓Delete your account and all data permanently
Account Options
Google Sign In
- •Android, iOS, macOS, Web
- •Files in your Google Drive
- •Cross-platform compatibility
Apple Sign In
- •iOS, iPadOS, macOS
- •Files in your iCloud
- •Not available on Web
Common Scenarios
Setting Up a New Device
- 1Install Journal it! on new device
- 2Sign in with your account
- 3Wait for automatic sync to complete
- 4All your data appears automatically
Restoring Deleted Items
- 1If item exists on another device: disconnect from internet
- 2Make a small edit to the item
- 3Reconnect to sync the restored item
- 4Or import from a ZIP backup
Working Offline
- 1Continue using the app normally
- 2All changes saved locally
- 3When internet returns, automatic sync
- 4No data loss, seamless experience
Best Practices
Regular Manual Backups
Export to ZIP monthly or yearly. This gives you an independent backup you control.
Check Sync Status
The sync button will turn yellow or red if there's a minor or major sync problem. Tap it to resolve issues.