HotJot Notes
Sandstorm Innovations LLC (US) Productivity iPhoneiPadiPod touch
HotJot Notes is a free Productivity app for iPhone and iPad by Sandstorm Innovations LLC (US). Rated 5.0/5 from 2 ratings. Requires iOS 15.1.
- Rating
- 5.0
- 2 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 38 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Mar 11
- 2026 · v1.1.1
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About HotJot Notes
Stop overthinking your notes. HotJot is the fastest way to capture ideas, photos, and thoughts using an interface you already know: a text thread. Organize your life into Stacks. These are focused, chronological streams of consciousness that feel like texting yourself. Whether it’s a fleeting thought, a photo of a receipt, or a project log, HotJot keeps it organized by time and topic without the heavy feel of other note-taking apps. Why HotJot? • The "Text-to-Save" Workflow: No friction. Just pick a Stack and start typing. • Visual Timelines: Every entry is automatically timestamped. Scroll back to see exactly when an idea struck. • Total Privacy: Your data never leaves your device or your personal iCloud backup. It’s in your control. • Own Your Data: Don’t get locked in. Export any Stack (or your entire library) into a clean .zip file containing universal Markdown files and your original photos or videos. • No ads: We hate ads as much as you do. HotJot is completely free for an introductory period, and if you get it while it's free you'll get upgraded for free later. Perfect for: • Project Tracking: Document progress with photos and quick notes. • Quick Capture: Save links, quotes, book recommendations, and "to-dos" before they vanish. • Personal Journaling: A space for your daily thoughts. • Shopping & Lists: Text your family’s requests into a dedicated Stack.
What’s new
Version 1.1.1 · Updated March 11, 2026
* Simplified checklist mode * Ability to paste images from the clipboard * Edit message (tap and hold!) * Ability to re-order messages (also tap and hold!)
App privacy
The developer, Sandstorm Innovations LLC (US), reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Usage Data: Other Usage Data, Product Interaction
- Diagnostics: Other Diagnostic Data, Crash Data, Performance Data
- User Content: Other User Content
Used for: Analytics, App Functionality
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