Five Years

Five Years is a private, on-device journal built around one simple habit: write a little every day, then revisit that same date across the years. Open the app. Capture today in a sentence or a few paragraphs. Next year—and the years after—you'll see what you wrote on this exact date. Over time, each day becomes a quiet five-year record of your life. HOW IT WORKS • Write about your day—one line or more, your choice • Return on the same date next year and read past-you • Compare today with one, two, three, four, or five years ago • Build a personal memory loop without an audience or a feed PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Local-first: entries stay on your iPhone • No account, no cloud required, works offline • Lock with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode (Premium) • Export your journal anytime as a backup (Premium) • Optional AI Reflections powered by Apple Intelligence—processed on-device; your words are not sent to a server for reflection BUILT FOR THE LONG RUN • Calm, distraction-free writing • Daily reminders to keep the habit • Visual calendar and search to find memories fast • Designed for gratitude, reflection, and everyday life—not engagement tricks FREE TO DOWNLOAD • Start journaling today at no cost • Unlock Five Years Premium once ($4.99 USD, price may vary by region)—a one-time purchase, not a subscription • Premium unlocks past years on Today, biometric lock, export/import, and the full long-term experience Five Years is for people who want a thoughtful journal that respects privacy and gets more meaningful the longer you use it. Write today. Read it next year.