GitJournal
Vishesh Handa
About this app
- Age 10
- Updated Jun 29, 2022
- OS IOS
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A privacy-first Markdown journaling and notes app that stores everything in your own Git repository. Capture daily reflections, travel logs, and life moments with clean editing, reliable version history, and seamless sync across devices. Perfect for users who want a distraction-free journal with full data ownership and secure cloud backup via Git.
Core features
- Markdown editor with images, checklists, and templates for fast, structured journaling
- Secure Git sync to GitHub, GitLab, or self-hosted repos for private cloud backup and version control
- Smart organization with folders, tags, and powerful search, plus offline-first reliability
Why it stands out
- Your data, your repo, complete control and privacy
- Simple, fast, and robust sync with conflict-safe version history
- Ideal for lifelong journaling, habit tracking, and personal knowledge management
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How to use:
1. Download and open the app, then choose Create or Link Repository to connect your GitHub, GitLab, or self-hosted repo.
2. Set up basics like repository path, sync method, and author info, then complete the quick onboarding.
3. Create your first entry by tapping New, write in Markdown, and add photos, checklists, or templates as needed.
4. Organize notes with folders and tags, and use search to find entries by keyword or date.
5. Tap Sync to back up changes to your repo, and optionally enable auto sync, passcode or encryption for extra privacy.