# Inkwell: Private Micro Journal — Offline journal & mood tracker

> Offline private micro journal and mood tracker with optional iCloud sync. (iPhone/iPad app by Mario Mouris.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkwell-private-micro-journal/id6748805942 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mario Mouris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376063231)
- Category: Lifestyle, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkwell-private-micro-journal/id6748805942/reviews.md

## What is Inkwell?

Private micro journal and diary app with mood tracking, gratitude prompts, and daily reflection. Your journal and personal thoughts stay completely offline on your device.

Write freely knowing every journal entry stays exactly where it belongs – on your device. No accounts required, no cloud servers, no company access to your private thoughts. Just open and write.

100% Offline, Always Private
Journal anywhere – airplane mode, no signal, doesn't matter. Your diary works without internet because nothing ever leaves your device. Track moods, capture dreams, practice gratitude, or reflect on your day. Everything processes locally.

Built for How You Actually Journal:
- Mood tracker with insights – patterns analyzed on-device only
- Search years of entries instantly – all processing stays local  
- Reflect in seconds – optimized for quick daily writing
- Home screen widget – start writing with one tap
- Your iCloud, your control – optional sync between your devices only
- Markdown support – format your journal entries naturally
- Smart reminders – build a consistent journaling habit
- Full export – your data stays yours, always
- Include photos to make your memories pop

True Privacy, Not Marketing Claims
While other journal apps claim privacy but sync to company servers, Inkwell never touches the internet. Your diary exists only on your device and optionally in your personal iCloud. No privacy policy loopholes, no data collection, no analytics tracking your mood patterns.

Perfect for: Quick journaling, micro journaling, gratitude journal, mood tracking, dream diary, daily reflection, creative writing, anxiety tracking, mindfulness practice, five minute journal, evening pages, or capturing quick thoughts.

Start Journaling in Seconds
No registration. No verification. No internet connection needed. Just download Inkwell and write your first entry immediately. Join a growing community of writers who value actual privacy over empty promises.

Your journal should be yours alone. With Inkwell, it finally is.

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Download now and write your first entry in seconds – no sign-up, no account, no internet required.
Cancel anytime, export everything.

## Key features

- 100% offline journaling
- Mood tracking with on-device insights
- Instant search of entries
- Home screen widget for quick access
- Optional iCloud sync
- Markdown support
- Photo inclusion

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inkwell Pro (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Inkwell Pro (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inkwell Pro (Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkwell-private-micro-journal/id6748805942/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My Favorite App

*2026-01-05*

This is the first time I’ve written a review for an app, and I felt compelled to do so after using Inkwell for a few weeks. 

Inkwell is everything I wanted in a micro journaling app. It’s private, loads quickly, is not bloated, and tracks stats without gamifying journaling. 

To top it off the app looks really good and performs well. I use it 2-3 times a day for venting or just expressing my thoughts. It’s replaced my doomscrolling and I’ve used it to journal consistently for the first time in my life.

## Frequently asked questions about Inkwell

### Does Inkwell have ads?

No, Inkwell is ad-free. The app is designed to provide a private and uninterrupted journaling experience without advertisements.

### What are the subscription options for Inkwell Pro?

Inkwell Pro offers monthly and annual subscription plans. The monthly plan is $1.99, and the annual plan is $14.99. Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

### Is Inkwell available on Android devices?

Currently, Inkwell is only supported on iPhone devices. The app is designed to leverage Apple's ecosystem for its offline and optional iCloud sync features.

### How often is Inkwell updated?

The latest version of Inkwell is 1.8, and it was last updated on February 14, 2026. Updates typically focus on improving features, privacy, and user experience.

### Can I export my journal entries from Inkwell?

Yes, Inkwell offers full export functionality, ensuring your data remains yours. You can export all your journal entries and associated data at any time.

### What is the age rating for Inkwell?

Inkwell has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals, due to its simple and non-offensive content.

### How does Inkwell's privacy compare to other journal apps?

Inkwell prioritizes true privacy by keeping all data offline and on your device, with optional personal iCloud sync. Unlike other apps that may sync to company servers, Inkwell never accesses the internet for your journal content.

### What makes Inkwell's mood tracking unique?

Inkwell's mood tracking analyzes patterns entirely on-device, ensuring your emotional data remains private. This local processing prevents any external access to your mood trends.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2026-02-14

- Include uploaded photos in exported JSON
- Photo upload support
- Liquid Glass support for iOS 26
- New mood picker for an easier-to-use interface
- New iCloud sync toggle to control whether or not entries are synced with iCloud
- Home screen widget

### 1.7 — 2025-11-03

- Photo upload support
- Liquid Glass support for iOS 26
- New mood picker for an easier-to-use interface
- New iCloud sync toggle to control whether or not entries are synced with iCloud
- Home screen widget

### 1.6 — 2025-09-16

- Liquid Glass support for iOS 26
- New mood picker for an easier-to-use interface
- New iCloud sync toggle to control whether or not entries are synced with iCloud
- Home screen widget

### 1.5 — 2025-09-08

Home screen widget for quicker access. Cleaned up prompts and added new ones. Added a feedback form.
Your entries still stay on your device.

### 1.4 — 2025-08-27

• Markdown support
• Entry screen redesign
• Smarter insights across all time periods: See your patterns more clearly as you reflect on different chapters of your journey. More insights coming soon.
• Expanded emotions & smoother experience: More nuanced mood tracking plus refinements throughout the app.
• The usual polish: Bug fixes and improvements to keep your private journal running perfectly.

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All apps by Mario Mouris: https://appshunter.io/developer/1376063231

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-05.*