Your private
online journal.
Loved by over 2 million journalers around the world.
Unlimited entries
Unlike other journaling platforms, you can write as much and as often as you like, all for free.
Mobile apps
You can write in your journal when not at your computer with our iOS and Android apps.
Saves as you go
Never worry about losing your work — Penzu saves as you type at your computer or on the go.
Custom journals
Choose different covers, backgrounds, fonts and more for each of your journals and entries.
Reminders
Set daily, weekly or custom reminders to ensure that you never forget to write in your journal.
So much more...
Enjoy unlimited devices, encryption, tagging, search, prompts, journal and entry locking, entry sharing and more.
Built for journaling
Penzu was built specifically for recording your daily life in a reflective journal, keeping track of milestones in a food diary or pregnancy journal, or even recording your dreams in a dream journal — or just write freely.
With you at all times, home or away
Unlike other platforms, Penzu works well on every device. You can write in any web browser or use our custom built apps for iOS and Android.
Perfect for long-form writing, Penzu shines on a computer or laptop where you can enjoy all that Penzu has to offer.
When not near your computer, you can continue to write in and read your journal entries.
If you have an iPad or Android tablet you can enjoy the same familiar mobile experience.
- Privacy is our #1 concern
Even when carefully kept, paper journals can be read by anyone who happens upon them. Penzu keeps your journals safe with double password protection and military strength encryption so you can rest easy knowing that your entries are secure in the Penzu Vault.
Loved by millions of people around the world
Sister Joy
@anafricandiva
I really love the emails Penzu sends me about my past journal entries. It’s so good to see where I was then and where I am now.
Journaling is life-saving.
⚡️ MeiBluecheck
@thisismeihere
On rainy days, Headspace + Penzu are the best combo to tap back into that feeling wherever you are.
Deb
@sunoppositemoon
Going to get a work journal this week because I’m really so tired of wondering what happened with my day. I keep trying apps I don’t like, but just going to invest in Penzu because I like it the best.
Start your journey today
Journaling is a proven way to completely change your life, especially when you stick with it over time. Each time you write you’ll get unparalleled clarity and life perspective.
1. Start writing
All you have to do is start. Take 5 minutes to write in your journal about how you’re feeling or reflect on the day.
2. Keep it going
The more you write the easier it will be. Set reminders to keep a regular daily, weekly, or monthly cadence.
3. Reflect and grow
Links to your entries will be sent to you in the future so you can get see through clear window into the past.
Choose your plan
Penzu is always free but our Pro plans offer more flexibility, customization, and features to maximize your journaling experience.
Start writing today and change your life
People who keep a journal report being happier and healthier. Read more about the benefits of journaling.
