# Custody Journal — Custody Evidence Journal

> Private custody evidence journal for single parents to document exchanges and child wellbeing. (iPhone/iPad app by 慧慧 高.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/custody-journal/id6762594124 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [慧慧 高](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887721875)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/custody-journal/id6762594124/reviews.md

## What is Custody Journal?

Custody Journal is a single-parent custody evidence journal. Document custody exchanges, log your child's wellbeing after every visit, archive communications with the other parent, track child-related expenses, and generate a court-ready PDF evidence package.

WORKS WITHOUT YOUR EX
Unlike most co-parenting apps, Custody Journal does not require the other parent to install anything. This is your private documentation tool. No account, no cloud, no invites.

CORE FEATURES (FREE)
- Custody exchange logging: drop-off or pick-up, scheduled and actual time, status (on time, late, no-show, cancelled, rescheduled, denied), location, and notes.
- Exchange list and monthly calendar with color-coded status.
- Parenting time calculator that estimates your overnight share each month.
- Configurable exchange reminder notifications (30 minutes, 1 hour, or 2 hours before).
- Child mood tracking with nine subtle mood options.
- Basic exchange summary for the last 6 months, including on-time, late, and no-show counts.
- Face ID and Touch ID app lock with immediate lock on backgrounding.
- Up to 20 exchanges per calendar month on the free plan.
- One child profile on the free plan.

CUSTODY JOURNAL PRO
Pro unlocks the features that turn your records into evidence:
- Child Wellbeing Journal. Log mood, behavior, health, sleep, appetite, and your child's own words after every visit, with severity flags for routine, concern, or urgent observations.
- Child's Own Words. A dedicated field for exact quotes plus a separate context field, formatted the way family courts expect.
- Communication Archive. Structured log of texts, emails, calls, voicemails, and in-person conversations with the other parent, including whether they responded.
- Expense Tracker. Categorized child-related expenses with receipt photos and reimbursement tracking.
- Advanced Evidence Insights. Compare custom time ranges, review every exchange outcome, and analyze communication response patterns.
- Court-Ready PDF Evidence Package. A ten-section report including an executive summary, exchange log, violations table, parenting time calculation, wellbeing entries, Child's Own Words section, communication log, expenses, and a photo appendix.
- GPS verification on exchanges (requested only when you save, never in the background).
- Home Screen widget showing your next exchange countdown and this month's statistics.
- CSV export of every record type.
- Unlimited children and unlimited exchanges per month.

PRIVACY IS THE PRODUCT
Everything stays on your device. No analytics. No tracking. No third-party SDKs. Location, camera, and photo access are used only when you explicitly take an action that needs them.

SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS
Free plan includes 1 child, up to 20 exchanges per month, basic notes (no photos), calendar view, parenting time calculator, and a basic 6-month exchange summary.
Custody Journal Pro unlocks the full feature set above.
Pricing: Monthly 3.99 USD, Annual 29.99 USD. The Annual plan includes a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers; the Monthly plan is charged immediately. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically within 24 hours before each period ends unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior. You can manage or cancel in Settings, Apple ID, Subscriptions.

IMPORTANT
Custody Journal is a personal documentation tool. It does not provide legal advice, representation, or custody evaluations. Consult a licensed family law attorney for legal guidance.

Privacy Policy: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/custodylog/privacy
Terms of Service: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/custodylog/terms

## Key features

- Custody exchange logging
- Child wellbeing tracking
- Communication archiving
- Expense tracking
- Court-ready PDF generation
- Private, on-device data storage

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Custody Journal Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Custody Journal Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |



## Frequently asked questions about Custody Journal

### What is Custody Journal?

Custody Journal is a private documentation tool for single parents to log custody exchanges, track child wellbeing, archive communications, and manage expenses. It helps create a court-ready evidence package.

### Does Custody Journal require the other parent to use the app?

No, Custody Journal does not require the other parent to install or use the app. It is designed as a private documentation tool for one parent.

### What features are included in the free version of Custody Journal?

The free plan includes custody exchange logging for up to 20 exchanges per month, one child profile, basic notes, a calendar view, and a parenting time calculator. It also offers app lock security.

### What are the benefits of Custody Journal Pro?

Custody Journal Pro unlocks advanced features like the Child Wellbeing Journal, Child's Own Words field, Communication Archive, Expense Tracker, Violation Dashboard, and the comprehensive court-ready PDF evidence package. It also offers unlimited children and exchanges.

### How much does Custody Journal Pro cost?

Custody Journal Pro offers monthly and annual subscription plans. The monthly plan is $3.99 USD, and the annual plan is $29.99 USD. Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

### Is my data safe with Custody Journal?

Yes, privacy is a core feature. Everything stays on your device, with no analytics, tracking, or third-party SDKs. Location, camera, and photo access are only used when you explicitly initiate an action.

### What devices is Custody Journal available on?

Custody Journal is available on iPhone and iPad devices, indicated by its support for iOS platforms.

### How often is Custody Journal updated?

The app was last updated on August 1, 2026, with version 1.1. This suggests a recent update, and users can expect ongoing maintenance and feature additions.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-08-24

- Child switching is now clearer for families tracking multiple children, with Home, Exchanges, Journal, and Evidence updating together; single-child details remain visible on Home without repeating across tabs or entry forms.
- Evidence CSV exports now use clearer local dates, shorter record references, and cleaner GPS coordinates.
- Overnight estimates now stop at the current/report date, exclude future exchanges, and identify gaps in earlier exchange history.
- The Pro Home Screen widget now refreshes more reliably, shows the correct child, and opens Exchanges with one tap.

### 1.1 — 2026-08-01

- Attach up to five receipt photos to each expense for more complete reimbursement records (Pro).
- Explore a clearer free exchange summary, with advanced evidence insights available in Pro.
- Improved parenting-time overnight accuracy in PDF evidence reports.
- Refined PDF layout for clearer, easier-to-read reports.
- Improved the Pro Home Screen widget with fresher exchange data, the correct child for each upcoming exchange, and one-tap access to Exchanges.

### 1.0 — 2026-04-22

No release notes.

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