# Jonal: Private Journal & Diary — Encrypted Journal & Diary

> End-to-end encrypted private journal and diary app with advanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Clement Ong.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jonal-private-journal-and-diary/id1545736346 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Clement Ong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545736348)
- Category: Lifestyle, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-01-27
- Data updated: 2026-07-21
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jonal-private-journal-and-diary/id1545736346/reviews.md

## What is Jonal?

Jonal is a safe space to write down your thoughts. Everything including your journal entries are end-to-end encrypted, no one in the world except you has access to the key. Perfect for personal journaling.

Your data does not sent back to developer. No advertisement, no sign up. Write down your inner thoughts without worries.

Features:
- All journal entries are encrypted
- Distraction free editor, works great on iPad
- Filter journal entries by year
- Import and export your journal data
- Auto sync between your Apple devices
- Minimalist widgets for daily inspirational quotes
- Search all your journal entries
- Text to Speech
- Word count and sentiment analysis

Premium features:
- Statistics with graph (Streak, number of entries for the past week/month/year)
- App Lock with FaceID/TouchID/Passcode
- Daily reminder to write
- On This Day display mode and notification
- Customisable theme and font

Terms of Use: 
https://jonal.app/legal

## Key features

- End-to-end encrypted entries
- Distraction-free editor
- Filter entries by year
- Import and export data
- Auto sync across Apple devices
- Text to Speech
- Word count and sentiment analysis

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jonal Premium 1 Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Jonal Premium 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jonal-private-journal-and-diary/id1545736346/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Encryption?

*2022-11-20*

I can’t figure out how to encrypt my writing. As it is now, anyone can open the app and read my entries. I have to have privacy for my journal otherwise I’ll have to find a different app.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2021-03-24*

I thought it wasn’t gonna work so I tried it I’m now having a great time I really recommend it for people having a phone don’t have a lot to do!! <3

## Frequently asked questions about Jonal

### Does Jonal have ads?

No, Jonal is ad-free. The description explicitly states 'No advertisement', allowing users to write without distractions.

### What are the premium features in Jonal?

Jonal Premium offers advanced statistics with graphs, app lock via FaceID/TouchID/Passcode, daily writing reminders, 'On This Day' features, and customizable themes and fonts.

### How much does Jonal Premium cost?

Jonal Premium is available through subscription plans: $1.99 for 1 month or $14.99 for 1 year.

### What devices does Jonal support?

Jonal is available on Apple devices including iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch, with auto-sync between them.

### How is my data secured in Jonal?

All journal entries are end-to-end encrypted, meaning only you have access to the encryption key. Your data is not sent back to the developer.

### Can I import or export my journal entries from Jonal?

Yes, Jonal allows you to import and export your journal data, providing flexibility for backup and migration.

### What is the update frequency for Jonal?

The app was last updated on February 5, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The current version is 1.3.5.

### What is the age rating for Jonal?

Jonal has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2026-07-08

- Refreshed design with smoother navigation, faster search, and an improved writing flow
- New Apple Watch experience with better standalone support and updated stats
- Improved onboarding, app lock, and overall reliability

### 1.3.5 — 2026-02-05

- Fixed bugs

### 1.3.4 — 2022-07-09

- Improved text to speech functionality
- Improved password field UI
- Fixed bugs

### 1.3.3 — 2022-07-07

- Added stats page!
- Added option to filter list by year
- Fixed bugs

### 1.3.1 — 2022-06-30

- Fixed App Lock bug affecting iPad App
- Improve stability
- Minor UI tweaks

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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 2026-07-21.*