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This app helps you remember the names of people you meet by using spaced retrieval techniques. Add names with quick notes and receive regular reminders to review them, strengthening your memory over time. It offers a simple, distraction-free way to keep track of your connections.
What's New in By Name
1.3
October 14, 2026
By Name now helps you recall names, not just reread them. NEW - Review mode. Each evening By Name shows the note you wrote with the name hidden. Try to recall it, then reveal it. Names you miss come back tomorrow. Names you know come back after 1, 3, 7, and 30 days until they're learned. - Locations. Type the campus and service with the name, like "Kyle - 8 AM Hillside, wife Sue," and By Name tags it for you. Set up your campuses, service times, ministries and shorthand like "SNW" in Settings. - Campus colors. Each campus gets its own color on avatars and location tags. Choose the colors in Settings. - Tap a location tag to see everyone you met there. - iCloud sync. Your names are kept in your own private iCloud, so they come with you to a new phone. - Export everyone you've logged as a CSV or JSON file from Settings. IMPROVED - Search now works on every view, not just All. - 7 Days and 30 Days keep Sunday's names in view all week. Prefer calendar weeks and months? Switch it in Settings. - The counts at the top now double as your tabs, and today's date sits in the corner. - The weekly reminder is on by default, and tapping any reminder opens the right view. - An Undo button appears when you remove someone. - The widget's Add button opens straight to typing. - Settings now tells you when notifications are turned off. - Easier to read: stronger text contrast, support for larger text sizes, and avatar colors that display correctly in dark mode. People are worth remembering. By Name makes sure you do.
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FAQ
How does By Name help me remember names?
By Name utilizes spaced retrieval, a scientifically proven method where recalling information at increasing intervals strengthens memory. The app sends you daily, weekly, and monthly reminders to review the names you've entered, making recall easier.
Can I add names to By Name without typing?
Yes, you can add names hands-free using Siri. Simply say, 'Hey Siri, met someone in By Name' and speak the name and any relevant notes naturally.
Does By Name sync with my contacts or social media?
No, By Name is designed for simplicity and privacy. It does not sync with social media or your device's contact list, and no account is required. Your data stays on your device.
What kind of information can I add for each person?
When adding a name, you can include a quick note about where you met them or what you discussed. This additional context helps in recalling the person later.
How often does By Name remind me to review names?
By Name provides review reminders on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. These spaced intervals are designed to effectively reinforce your memory of the people you've met.
Is By Name available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, By Name is supported on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android availability is not specified.
How frequently is By Name updated?
The app was last updated on March 9, 2026, indicating active development. The latest version is 1.2.
What is the age rating for By Name?
By Name has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.




