A calm place to write
Calmtype opens straight to a clean page and a small calendar — no folders, no sidebars, no noisy buttons. Start typing in seconds and stay with your thoughts longer.
One day, one note.
No distractions.
A private daily journal for macOS – capture
each day in a single, focused note, with zero
clutter and zero cloud.
Available for macOS 14 and later.
Completely free.
Your writing stays on Mac
Calmtype is local-first: every entry lives only on your Mac, not in the cloud. No accounts or sync — just full control and real privacy over your notes.
One day, one clear page
Calmtype gives you a single entry for each day, like a simple paper diary. Flip through the calendar to instantly see what mattered yesterday, last week, or months ago.
Make the page truly yours
Tune margins, line height, font, and subtle indicators until the text feels perfect to read. When the page matches your eyes, writing becomes easier and more pleasant.
Notes for ideas, lists, drafts
Need a home for scattered thoughts, checklists, or rough drafts? Notes mode keeps them in a separate space with fast search and bookmarks, so important ideas never disappear.
Gentle stats, not hard pressure
A simple activity chart shows how steadily you write over days and weeks — no guilt, just a quiet nudge. Watch your habit grow, or switch it off anytime.
FAQs
Quick answers about privacy, features,
and future plans — everything you need
to start journaling calmly, every day.
Why only one entry per day?
A single entry helps reduce pressure and keeps journaling focused. You can still write as little or as much as you want.
Does it sync to the Cloud?
No. Calmtype is local-first and keeps your writing on your Mac by default.
Can I import or export my notes?
Yes, you can export entries in common text formats and import existing content.
How is writing time measured?
The app counts active typing time in your sessions and combines it into daily and weekly totals.
Is search fast? Can I find context?
Search is instant and includes snippets around matches so you can understand context quickly.
Will there be iPhone or iPad apps?
The current focus is macOS. Mobile versions may come later based on user feedback.
Is Selfnote free? What's the catch?
It is fully free now. If pricing changes in the future, there will always be a clear and fair transition.