# Personal NoteBook

> Personal NoteBook to create notes, shopping list, movies list, books list, etc

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shahi.personalnotebook](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shahi.personalnotebook)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.shahi.personalnotebook`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** S.M. SHAHi
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 845,941
- **Rating:** 3.62 / 5 (2,437 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.8.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-28
- **First published:** 2018-02-08
- **Publisher country:** BD
- **Size:** 16 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shahi.personalnotebook)
- **Website:** [https://shahi5472.github.io/home](https://shahi5472.github.io/home)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sm-shahi.web.app/personal-notebook/privacy-policy](https://sm-shahi.web.app/personal-notebook/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Personal NoteBook** is a versatile and secure notebook app designed for your smartphone, keeping all your important notes, shopping lists, movies, and books organized and accessible anytime. Its intuitive interface caters to creative individuals who want a reliable place to jot down ideas or reminders without hassle.

Key features include encrypted databases ensuring your data privacy, seamless Google Drive backup and restore functions, and the ability to lock important notes for extra security. The app supports audio notes, speech-to-text and text-to-speech functionalities, customizable text colors and wallpapers, and multi-file attachments per note. Daily auto-backup, note export, printing, and easy sharing with friends make managing your notes efficient. Additional handy options include a recycle bin, move/delete actions by long-press, and charming new animations enhancing user experience. Personal NoteBook is perfect for anyone seeking a comprehensive note-taking solution with robust features and ease of use.

## Rankings

- #74,953 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_DOCUMENTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.shahi.personalnotebook.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users view the app as a decent basic notebook with privacy features, but recurring bugs and reliability issues undermine the experience. Major pain points include unreliable backup/restore, stability problems, and UI glitches such as cramped layouts and overlapping text. Additional concerns involve moving notes to a new device and Google Drive prompts. While the app is praised for security and simplicity, these ongoing issues prevent it from being robust for long-term use.

### Pros

- Solid basic note-taking features with an easy-to-use feel.
- Security-focused: lockable notes help protect personal data.
- Generally positive reception as a simple, functional notebook app.

### Cons

- Backup/restore functionality is buggy or unreliable (freezes during backup or restore failures).
- App instability: occasional crashes or the app not opening.
- UI/UX problems: cramped interface and text overlap/overflow.
- Data portability concerns: difficulty migrating notes to a new device and intrusive Google Drive backup prompts.
- Limited sharing/export options (not easy to share notes).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shahi.personalnotebook)