# idea.log

> idea.log (iPhone/iPad app by Helton Labs LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idealog/id6755640991 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Helton Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842969869)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $4.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-01-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idealog/id6755640991/reviews.md

## What is idea.log?

idea.log — The Developer's Idea Tracker

A minimalist, terminal-inspired app for capturing and tracking your ideas. Built for developers who appreciate clean design and efficient workflows. Now on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

// FEATURES

INSTANT CAPTURE
• Quick text entry with a clean, distraction-free interface
• Voice input with real-time transcription
• AI-powered first step suggestions to kickstart execution
• Siri integration — just say "Hey Siri, capture an idea with idea log"
• Action Button support for instant capture

SMART ORGANIZATION
• Tag-based organization
• Four status levels: Pending, Did First Step, Did It, Abandoned
• Smart sorting — pending ideas first, completed last
• Semantic search to find ideas by meaning, not just keywords
• Random idea picker for creative inspiration
• Spotlight integration — find ideas from anywhere

PROGRESS TRACKING
• Visual stats and charts showing your idea journey
• Weekly digest reports with historical navigation
• Track completion rates and first-step commitment
• 30-day activity timeline

SHARING & COLLABORATION
• Share with Person — natural prose for texts and emails
• Share with Agent — structured prompts for AI tools like Claude
• Export ideas with full context: tags, comments, and status

PRIVATE iCLOUD SYNC
• Your ideas sync automatically across iPhone, iPad, and Mac through your own private iCloud
• No account to create and no sign-in — if you're signed into iCloud, it just works
• Sync runs through Apple's CloudKit in your private database; we never see your data

AI-READY WITH MCP (Mac)
• Built-in Model Context Protocol server
• Let AI assistants like Claude read and capture ideas, on your terms
• Runs locally

DEVELOPER-FRIENDLY DESIGN
• Terminal/IDE-inspired monospace interface
• Dark mode optimized
• Native SwiftUI on iPhone, iPad, and Mac — sidebar layout on Mac
• No ads, no subscription, no tracking

// PERFECT FOR

• Software developers and engineers
• Product designers and UX professionals
• Writers and content creators
• Entrepreneurs and startup founders
• Anyone who values clean, functional design

// YOUR IDEAS, YOUR DEVICE

Your data is stored on-device with SwiftData and synced only through your private iCloud. No third-party servers, no tracking, no account. One simple purchase — no subscription.

// WHY idea.log?

Most idea apps are bloated with features you'll never use. idea.log does one thing exceptionally well: capture and track your ideas with zero friction. The terminal-inspired design feels at home for developers while remaining approachable for everyone.

Download idea.log and never lose another brilliant idea.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-05-29

• idea.log is now on Mac, with a native sidebar layout
• NEW: Private iCloud sync keeps your ideas up to date across iPhone, iPad, and Mac — no account, and your data never leaves your iCloud
• NEW: Built-in MCP server on Mac lets AI assistants like Claude work with your ideas
• Performance and stability improvements

### 1.1 — 2026-04-02

IdeaLog is now available on Mac.

  - Native macOS app with sidebar navigation
  - iCloud sync between iPhone, iPad, and Mac
  - Keyboard shortcuts: Cmd+1/2/3 for navigation, Cmd+N to capture, Cmd+Enter to save, Cmd+F to search
  - Status-grouped idea list with section headers
  - Tag colors now visible throughout the app
  - First step preview in the ideas list
  - Improved stats and chart layout

### 1.0 — 2026-01-07

No release notes.

## More apps by Helton Labs LLC

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