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7/26/2026

The original title is "Why I built Sanctuary: A local-first, zero-tracking reflection app"
Original: Why I built Sanctuary: A local-first, zero-tracking reflection app
Short summary
A developer built Sanctuary, a local-first journaling app that stores all data in browser local storage with zero tracking. Features include mood trend visualizations via client-side SVG and PDF export for therapy check-ins. The author seeks feedback on the local storage architecture and UI.
- •Local-first journaling app with zero cloud sync or tracking
- •Client-side SVG mood visualizations and PDF export for therapy
- •Author solicits community feedback on architecture
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