How to write a diary online

Same as a paper diary, just accessible from anywhere and harder to lose.

Writing a diary online is just writing a diary on a device instead of in a notebook. The process is the same: open it, write what's on your mind, close it. The digital part just adds some convenience.

Where to write

Dedicated apps like Day One, Journey, or OhDiary are built for this. They have password protection, sync across devices, and won't accidentally share your entries. Note apps work too, but with less privacy.

What to write

Whatever's on your mind. What happened today. How you're feeling. Things you're working through. You don't need prompts or structure unless you want them. Just write.

Making it stick

Pick a time – morning or evening works for most people
Keep it short at first – one paragraph is fine
Don't worry about quality – it's for you, not an audience
Show up even when you don't feel like it – that's where the habit forms

Adding photos

Most apps let you add images to entries. A photo can capture what happened better than words sometimes. But don't feel obligated – text-only is completely fine.

The benefits come from regular writing, not from any particular app or method. Start simple and adjust as you go.