Tuesday, 15 April 2025

📄 Soul Journal – Privacy Policy

Soul Journal – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 27, 2026

Thank you for using Soul Journal. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is handled within the app.

Soul Journal is designed to be a private, personal space for mood tracking, journaling, and reflection.


1. Personal Data Collection

Soul Journal does not collect, store, sell, or share your personal data with the app developer or third parties.

Your mood logs, journal entries, linked music or book information, preferences, and app data are stored on your device and, if enabled, synced through your private Apple iCloud account.

The app developer does not have access to your journal entries, mood logs, or iCloud data.


2. Journal Entries, Mood Logs, Music, and Books

Information you enter in Soul Journal may include:

  • Mood selections
  • Journal notes
  • Dates and times of mood logs
  • Linked music or book information
  • Reading progress or other personal reflections, if entered by you

This information stays on your device and/or in your private iCloud account if iCloud sync is enabled.

Soul Journal does not transmit this content to the app developer’s servers.


3. iCloud Sync

If you have iCloud enabled, Soul Journal may sync your app data using Apple’s iCloud services so your data can be available across your Apple devices.

Your iCloud data is managed by Apple and associated with your Apple ID. The app developer cannot view, access, or manage the contents of your iCloud account.

You can manage iCloud settings through your device settings.


4. Subscriptions and In-App Purchases

Soul Journal may offer optional auto-renewable subscriptions, such as monthly or yearly premium access.

All purchases and subscriptions are processed securely by Apple through the App Store. Soul Journal does not collect or store your payment card number, banking information, Apple ID password, or billing details.

Apple may provide the app with limited subscription status information, such as whether a subscription is active, expired, or eligible for premium features. This information is used only to unlock or manage premium features within the app.

You can manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID account settings.

Terms of Use:
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/


5. On-Device Journal Insights

Soul Journal may provide journal summaries or insights based on your recent mood logs and notes.

These insights are generated on device when supported by your device and iOS version. Your journal entries are not sent to the app developer’s servers for analysis.


6. Analytics, Tracking, and Advertising

Soul Journal does not use third-party analytics tools, advertising SDKs, or tracking technologies.

Soul Journal does not track you across apps or websites owned by other companies.


7. App Permissions

Soul Journal may request access to certain Apple system features, depending on how you use the app:

Notifications: If enabled, Soul Journal may send reminders to log your mood.

iCloud Access: If enabled, your data may be synced to your private iCloud account for backup and use across devices.

You can manage these permissions in your device settings.


8. Data Sharing

Soul Journal does not sell, rent, or share your personal journal data with third parties.

Your data is not used for advertising or user profiling.


9. Data Deletion

You can delete your mood logs and journal entries within the app where available.

If your data is synced with iCloud, you may also manage or delete iCloud data through your Apple ID and iCloud settings.

Deleting the app may remove locally stored data from your device. Data stored in iCloud may remain in your iCloud account unless deleted through iCloud settings.


10. Children’s Privacy

Soul Journal is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children. Since Soul Journal does not collect personal data on developer-controlled servers, the app developer does not knowingly receive information from children.


11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect app updates, new features, or legal requirements.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.


12. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or Soul Journal, please contact:

souljournalapp@gmail.com


Thank you for using Soul Journal.


🌿 Welcome to Soul Journal Support

Thank you for using Soul Journal 💭, your personal space to track your moods, reflect through journaling, and gently grow in self-awareness. This page is here to help you get the most out of your experience. Below you'll find answers to common questions, tips for using the app, and a way to contact us if you need help.

📱 Getting Started

1. Logging Your Mood

  • Tap the “+” button on the top right of the home screen to log your current mood.

  • Choose from five mood levels ranging from Extremely sad to Extremely happy.

  • Add a personal note or journal entry to reflect more deeply.

2. Viewing Past Entries

  • Tap on “History” to browse your past mood logs on the calendar.

  • Each mood log is color-coded for easy navigation.



3. Personal Insights

  • The Home screen gives you a recent mood summary chart.

  • Tap a mood entry to view or update your notes (or delete the entry).


🔔 Reminders & Notifications

Set up daily reminders to check in with yourself:

  • Go to Settings > Mood Reminder and choose your preferred time.

  • You can toggle the reminder on or off anytime.


💡 Tips for Using Soul Journal

  • Be consistent: Try logging your mood daily—even brief notes add value.

  • Use it your way: There's no wrong way to journal. One word or one paragraph, it's all progress.

  • Privacy first: All your data is stored on your device, with optional iCloud sync for backup.


⭐ Requesting a Review

To support the app, we kindly ask for a review after you've logged several moods. This helps other users discover Soul Journal and supports future development. Thank you!


❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is my data private?
A: Yes. Your entries are stored securely on your device. If you enable iCloud, your data is backed up privately.

Q: Can I export my mood logs?
A: This feature is planned for a future version. Stay tuned!

Q: I found a bug or have a suggestion. What should I do?
A: Scroll down to the Contact US section — we’d love to hear from you!


📬 Contact Us

Have feedback, a question, or need help?

📧 Email us: souljournalapp@gmail.com
📌 Or leave a comment on this blog, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.


Thank you for being part of the Soul Journal journey.
Keep growing, reflecting, and journaling 🌙

About the App - Soul Journal

About the App - Soul Journal

Soul Journal is a private mood tracking and journaling app designed to help you reflect on your emotions, notice patterns, and better understand your personal well-being over time.

With Soul Journal, you can quickly log how you feel, add journal notes, and connect your mood entries with music or books that reflect your day. Whether you want to build a daily reflection habit or simply understand your emotional trends, Soul Journal gives you a calm, personal space to do that.

Try Soul Journal on the Apple App Store 

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soul-journal-mood-tracker/id6744033002

Key Features

Mood Tracking Made Simple

Log your mood using five easy mood levels, from very sad to very happy. Each entry can include a personal note so you can capture what influenced your day.

Private Journaling

Write freely about your thoughts, feelings, and daily experiences. Your journal entries are designed to stay personal and private.

Music and Book Connections

Attach songs or books to your mood entries to create a deeper picture of what shaped your day. Over time, this can help you see how music, reading, and reflection connect with your emotions.

Visual Mood Insights

View your mood history through simple visual analytics, including mood distribution and trends across selected time ranges. Soul Journal helps you recognize patterns without overwhelming you.

Journal AI Insights

Soul Journal can help summarize recent journal entries and surface recurring moods, reflections, and patterns. These insights are designed to help you review your recent emotional journey in a more meaningful way.

Privacy First

Soul Journal does not require an account and does not use third-party servers to store your journal entries. Your mood logs and notes are stored on your device and can sync through your own iCloud Drive when enabled.

iCloud Sync and Backup

Keep your journal available across your Apple devices using iCloud Drive. Your data remains under your Apple account, giving you a simple way to back up and sync your entries.

Streaks and Reflection

Build a consistent journaling habit with mood tracking streaks and daily reflection. Small entries over time can help you understand yourself better.

Premium Features

Soul Journal also offers optional Premium features for users who want deeper insights, including advanced mood analytics and Journal AI review options across 7-day, 14-day, and 30-day durations.

Premium is optional. The core experience remains focused on private mood tracking, journaling, and self-reflection.

Why Soul Journal?

Soul Journal was created for people who want a simple, private, and thoughtful way to track their emotions. It is not about judging your mood or forcing perfect habits. It is about creating a gentle space where you can check in with yourself, reflect honestly, and notice meaningful patterns over time.

Your journal is yours.
Your moods are personal.
Your reflections stay private.

Start tracking your moods today and build a better understanding of your emotional journey, one entry at a time.