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Daybook Guides

Practical, privacy-first guides for using each Daybook module.

Journaling

Write for five minutes, tag a mood, and review weekly patterns. Encryption is automatic — the key is yours alone.

Read the journaling guide →

Budgeting

Set a monthly limit per category, then log each transaction. Watch progress bars turn amber before you overspend.

Read the budgeting guide →

Document safety

Store IDs and records encrypted. Photos have hidden location and device details removed, and are resized before encryption.

Life admin

Capture recurring tasks once — renew passport, update will, car service. Review due-soon and overdue flags weekly.

Regulation

Use 4-7-8 breathing and grounding ideas when your nervous system is elevated. This is regulation, not therapy.

BIFF communication

Do not match hostile tone. Reply Brief, Informative, Friendly, Firm — state the practical content and hold your boundary.

Common questions

Is my data really private?

Yes. Everything is encrypted with a key derived from your password and stored only on your device. There is no server, no account and no tracking.

How much time does journaling take?

Five minutes a day is enough to start. Consistency beats length — tag a mood, write a few lines, and review the patterns weekly.

Do I need to use every module?

No. Start with one — the journal or life admin tracker — and add modules as they become useful. The tools work independently.