Presently: A Gratitude Journal

JULIA Teck

4 years ago

Presently has a very simplistic yet elegant design which makes it easy to use and still pleasing to look it. I enjoy that it is very simple, which makes it less stressful and distracting that many other apps that have too many functions; I feel that detracts from the purpose of an app designed to help you focus on mindfulness and purely express your gratitude. This app does it perfectly! Only thing I feel could be improved, the reminder notification doesn't seem to work quite right.

G

4 years ago

Really nice for a free app. Simple and easy to use. Allows you to use it how you want. Cute customizations. I wasn't sure if ths would do anything for me. I have tried mantras, positive daily sayings etc and found it cringe-worthy for lack of a better word. Sitting down every night right before bed and focusing what i am greatful for and lucky to have has helped. Even just a small, general thing like "Thankful to live in a country that has all four seasons" helps a little.

Nina Tribble

3 years ago

In the past I've found it's difficult for me to journal daily. This app made it easy to make it routine for me. I've set a timer so it can remind me. I love the inspirational quotes too. I also noticed it is ad free, so nothing is interrupting my thought process. I journal right before bed. My sleep becomes peaceful because when you journal about what made you grateful throughout the day, you can't help but get a good night's sleep.

Deborah Johanna

1 year ago

I like this a lot because it highlights what you HAVE done, vs counting consecutive days and have to start all over with a new 'streak' like many other apps. This one counts the total number of days you did an entry and every once in a while congratulates you. The days you did not enter are not visible. You can also go back and enter for previous days in if you want.

Max Noble

4 years ago

Can't believe I haven't rated this already. Presently is flawless, beautiful, simple, and free. Your data is private, it's simple to use (don't forget to choose a color theme!) And it's a super effective, scientifically proven way to improve your outlook on life. If I had a complaint it would be that it only works on android, so I can't recommend it to my friends with iPhones.

A Google user

5 years ago

Nice free and simple gratitude journal app. Only downside I've seen is it currently doesn't appear to have a passcode/fingerprint protection option. So anyone that gets into your phone can read your entries. That was a deal breaker for me. All the other similar apps I've tried have this basic password protection function. I hope this gets added soon.

A Mack

1 year ago

NO ADS!!! Simple pleasantry to record expressions of gratitude. App gives daily reminder. Provides suggestive ideas/topics so you're not stuck, especially on those bleak days. Encourages you to always see the positive and be grateful for our many blessings. Reflecting and writing is uplifting. Gives daily inspirational quotes. You won't want to miss a day! Wish we could ad pics or attachment. App gives options to change background color but no varied themes. But with all the other +++'s,great!

Amber Flurry

5 years ago

A very simple but effective app. A great way to start my day. Convenient "hints" if you are having trouble thinking of something to write. I've inky been using this app for a week, but already notice a difference in my overall mood and reversal outlook. Very easy to use and navigate. Highly recommended! Thank you!

Mariah Ashlyn Elkes

4 years ago

So I recently passed the one year mark of using Presently (yeah, I've got something on every single day for over a year 🙌) and I'm a flaky person by nature. This is probably my favorite app of all time. Beautiful and wonderfully simple in design. The reminder/notifications are perfect - not invasive by any means, but serve their purpose. Changed phones and was able to export/import everything flawlessly. Thank you, Presently makers!

Chanis Carlos

4 years ago

Downloading Presently was one of the best decisions I've ever made. The aesthetics are simple, yet satisfying. It's not too over the top, and you can change the themes to your choosing. No ads to disrupt the calming atmosphere as you type, and you can adjust the display, whether it's hiding the date, or limiting the number of lines of text you're able to see in each entry. It's my first time keeping note of what I'm grateful for everyday, and I'm glad that I've experienced it with this app. 😊❤️

Melody Liu

4 years ago

No ads, no premium features, just what you need in a journal with none of the complicated jingles... The devs just wanted to help us out. That's something I'm grateful for. I wouldn't mind there being some premium features though. I want to encourage development, and some things in freemium apps are really useful (reminders, long prompts) but require servers and more time from devs. I can't believe the themes are free, they're so cute and there are so many!

A Google user

5 years ago

In this phase of my life I have to choose joy, it's not something that comes naturally. This has been a simple, empowering, concrete way to help me grow the mindset I want to live in. The themes are beautiful, the quotes are thought-provoking, and they don't take away or distract from the point. There is one reminder throughout the day which you set the time for. Presently is fantastic. Thank you!

A Google user

5 years ago

I'm not really one to journal. I've tried using a notebook and a couple apps, but my motivation to stick to those faded. Now, if a product can make something as uninteresting (to me) as journaling suddenly worth doing, it is a clear win, and this is what's happened. This app is gorgeous. The design is simple and effective, and its aesthetics are delightful. I love that it's open-source, and that it's ad-free. Today, I'm thankful for Presently. I look forward to what tomorrow brings.

C :

1 year ago

This app has genuinely helped my mental health just by reminding me to be grateful everyday. I also love how there are no ads or anything annoying. It's just super simple and nice to have. Nothing life changing, but definitely life improving. I will say though that I wouldn't use this for journaling, just short gratefulness notes.

Shifra Nerenberg

1 year ago

I love this app & frequently refer it to folks!!! The wonderfully simple & calm interface let's me journal to process my day (in gratitude) without distracting, overcomplicated designs or ads. Automatic backup & manual download features provide a sense of security & control of my data. My only complaint started with a recent update: now when I scroll up, a popup message asks if I want to cancel or continue (& then it clears everything I've written or hadn't yet saved) if the wrong one is pushed

Christopher Garcia

1 year ago

This app is exactly what I need. I don't like pen & paper and can't always get to my computer. There's probably 20 different apps on my phone I could use (e.g., Google docs, one note, keep, Samsung note, etc.) But nothing as easy, specific, and readily accessible as this. Simply because the app is free without ads, I want to give it 5 stars. However, the issue that it's so easy to accidently click out and lose your journal without saving is so frustrating. Otherwise, awesome app.

Mary Rose Joyner (MR)

1 year ago

Enjoying the app. Helps me. I've begun journaling again. I do not use Dropbox, only Google cloud. I want to sync Presently on all my devices. I don't see where I can sync or back up to Google. I really like this app, but don't think I can use it since these 2 things aren't an option.