# Simple Diary, Journal, and Not

> Want the simplest diary app! This is a simple diary app for such people.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.nifu.simplediary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.nifu.simplediary)

## Overview

- **ID:** `app.nifu.simplediary`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Simple App.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 138,666
- **Rating:** 4.48 / 5 (3,607 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.7
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-20
- **First published:** 2021-04-27
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.nifu.simplediary)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://simple-diary-c744b.web.app/privacy-policy.html](https://simple-diary-c744b.web.app/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

"Simple Diary, Journal, and Not" is a user-friendly diary application designed for individuals who prefer simplicity. It allows users to keep a daily diary without the hassle of complicated settings. With its elegant and minimalistic design, the app embodies the philosophy that less is more, enabling users to manage their thoughts and experiences stress-free and intuitively.

## Rankings

- #190,470 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `app.nifu.simplediary.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise the app’s simple, clean design and ease of journaling, but recurrent issues with data loss, crashes, and ads undermine reliability. Key requests include automatic backups/export, an ad-free option, and improved calendar navigation. Overall appeal remains high among fans, but data safety and stability are the main concerns.

### Pros

- Simple, clean, minimalist design that makes journaling easy and distraction-free.
- Straightforward navigation and a lightweight, easy-to-use interface.
- Backup and lock features help protect data (privacy and security) for some users.
- Widely regarded by fans as a great basic journaling app for daily entries.

### Cons

- Data loss: entries disappearing after reinstall, device resets, or crashes, with limited recovery options.
- Ads degrade the user experience; users want an ad-free or paid version.
- Crashes, slowdowns, white screens, or loading issues on some devices (e.g., Oppo, Huawei).
- Lack of automatic backups and export options; reliance on manual backups and risk of data loss.
- Weak calendar/date navigation; difficulty jumping to specific past dates.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.nifu.simplediary)