Write short entries, make threads with them, search them by meaning, and revisit them through intelligent recommendations related to your recent writing — all that with on-device, non-generative AI. iglu is the most private journaling app out there.
I'm Rafa, the developer of iglu, and I'm thrilled to launch the first version of our product!
iglu is the iOS app for micro-journaling with on-device intelligence. You can record your thoughts and moments into intricate threads and later revisit them with the help of AI — in the most private way possible!
We use on-device, non-generative AI to power:
Semantic search. If you're looking for something you wrote but don't remember the exact words, you can describe the general theme or topic of the entry you're looking for, and iglu will find it for you — it understands the meaning of what you write!
Intelligent recommendations. When you're not looking for anything specific or just want a feed to scroll through, check out the 'Explore' tab. You'll find recommendations of older entries that iglu thinks are related to what you've been writing recently. It's a fun and easy way to remember and revisit your life!
iglu protects and respects your privacy:
No accounts. That's right; you won't have to sign up or tell us your name or e-mail. We don't collect any data. We have no idea who's using iglu.
Everything runs on-device. We don't even have servers.
iCloud backup. Your data only lives on your phone and your personal iCloud account (as an encrypted backup).
Face ID locking. By default, iglu is locked behind Face ID.
We're excited to get feedback and opinions from the community — please share your thoughts with us!
This is absolutely beautifully crafted, Rafa! The fact that iglu leverages on-device intelligence without compromising privacy is a huge win for anyone who journals but doesn’t want their thoughts floating around in someone’s cloud. ☁️🧠
Semantic search and recommendation features sound like they’ll make rediscovery a joy — I love the “Explore” idea as a way to spark reflection or memory. 🔍📔
Also, massive respect for building this with no accounts, no tracking, and purely local AI. This is the kind of mindful tech we need more of.
Can’t wait to see how iglu evolves — any thoughts on bringing this to iPad or macOS next?
Congrats on the launch, Rafa! 🎉
iglu looks like a beautifully thoughtful take on journaling — love the concept of micro-entries connected in threads, and the use of on-device semantic AI is seriously impressive. The privacy-first approach (no accounts, no servers, iCloud backup only) really stands out — especially in an era where most apps feel data-hungry by default.
The intelligent ‘Explore’ tab sounds like a really delightful way to rediscover your past self without having to dig manually. Looking forward to trying it out — this might just become my new go-to for quick daily reflection. 🙌
Wishing you lots of love from the PH community 💙
Great idea, well executed Rafa! This is something I've been wanting for a while to catch and record those thoughts that pop up now and then. Sets the groundwork for some insight generation down the line, and I really love that you've got this working on-device only for now.
By the way, nice job getting that sense of urgency in the early adopter lifetime free access ;)
The on-device, non-generative AI adds smart features without crossing any boundaries.
By the way, iglu is completely free right now. No catches.
We plan on monetizing it with a monthly subscription, but all of you who download it now will have lifetime free access! So don't leave it for later...
"Search by meaning" sounds magical—is it keyword-agnostic (e.g., finds "resilience" in entries about hiking)? If so, maybe layer in mood-tracking trends over time? Obsessed with the anti-cloud ethos here.
