Brain Dump & Clarify vs Trace

Clarity. Action. Peace of Mind. Turn your thoughts into organized action with this journaling app built on the proven Getting Things Done (GTD®) methodology. Stop keeping scattered notes and start moving forward. Use our guided prompts to capture your daily entries, then follow the GTD workflow to instantly Clarify your thoughts, set Next Actions, and file away your inspiration. Get out of your head and into productivity.

Trace is a calm, private journaling space built around music. Each day, Trace suggests a single prompt to help you get started. You can respond to it, write about something else entirely, or skip it altogether. Pair your words with a song that fits the moment and move on with your day. Over time, your entries form a personal archive. Moments are remembered through both words and sound, making it easy to recognize and revisit how things felt at different points in your life. How Trace works - A suggested daily prompt you can follow or ignore - Choose a song to match the moment - Revisit past entries through a clean timeline, grid, or calendar - Add unlimited moods, gratitude entries, or quick notes anytime Trace is designed to fit into your life quietly. Write every day or once in a while. There are no streaks to maintain and no pressure to keep up. Private by default Your journal is personal. Entries are private by default and never sold or shared. Trace is built to respect your space and your data. Built with care A portion of proceeds supports mental health charities. Trace exists to encourage reflection in a gentle, respectful way. Whether you write often or only when it feels right, Trace is here when you need it and out of the way when you don't.