Apple Journal

Last year, Apple introduced a brand new app called Journal. Even though it’s still pretty bare bones at the time of this writing, it might be the perfect tool you need to start journaling.

As we mentioned, the app is still pretty basic compared to other, more seasoned journaling apps. However, that can be a plus as it keeps you focused — it gives you all the basics you need to build a journaling habit without any extra distractions. For instance, you can write your entries, add pictures, videos, or sounds, and organize everything with tags. You can even set reminders so you never miss a day of journaling. 

Even though it might not be as complete, the Journal app is an excellent app for people who are just starting out. Plus, what makes the app shine is how well it works with the Apple operating system. You can use Siri to create an entry, set reminders, and even share your entries with other users. And when you’re done writing, all your entries will be safely stored in the cloud.

The best part is that, unlike other journaling apps, Apple offers all of these features for free. Many apps charge a hefty sum to give you the extra features that Journal has available to everyone, which makes it an even better entry-level app for anyone trying to build a journaling habit.