Ghost Notes
Built for the workflows that matter with sensitive text.
Encrypted notes
Create, edit, and delete encrypted notes so passwords, recovery codes, and private snippets stay protected on-device.
Biometric unlock
Unlock with Face ID or fingerprint, with an optional vault password fallback when biometrics are not available.
Per-note authentication
Require a fresh unlock before viewing, editing, copying, or deleting sensitive entries.
Auto-lock controls
Set a timeout or lock the vault whenever the app moves to the background.
Extra privacy options
Block screenshots for an added layer of protection during sensitive sessions.
Fast retrieval
Search and filter entries by category, then recover from accidental deletes with undo support.
Local-first security with practical controls.
Security details
Encryption model
Ghost Notes encrypts entry payloads with ChaCha20-Poly1305 before storage and keeps the data local to the device.
Unlock handling
Unlock credentials are handled securely so app access stays centered on biometric or password-based protection.
Platform notes
iOS supports Face ID metadata, and Android supports biometric authentication permissions.
Current status
The app is actively maintained as a local-first secure notes app, with encrypted backup import and export now available.
Keep the sensitive stuff somewhere built for it.
Ideal use cases
- Personal account credentials
- Backup and recovery codes
- Private snippets and confidential reminders