Golden Thread

Private Life Timeline

Golden Thread is a private timeline for the memories, milestones, people, pets, and places you want to keep. No feed, no followers, no algorithm deciding what matters.

Your archive stays on your device unless you choose to turn on iCloud sync.

Add memories

Memories

Notes, photos, dates, and tags for the moments you want to remember.

People, pets & places

Connect memories to the people, pets, and places that were part of them.

Anniversaries

Save dates you want to remember each year.

Timeline

Browse by year and month, then search or filter when you need to find something.

Look back

Insights — archive totals, type breakdowns, your most-mentioned tags and people
On This Day — memories and anniversaries from today’s date
Coming Up — upcoming reminders in one place

More with Plus

Memory Map — every located memory pinned on a map of your life
Unlimited photos per memory (free tier: one)
iCloud sync across your Apple devices
Year in Review — a printable PDF recap of any year you choose

Designed for privacy

Local-first storage on your device
Optional iCloud sync (Plus), off by default
Private memories unlock with Face ID or Touch ID
Locations only show up where you put them — the app doesn’t access your current location
No accounts. No ads. No AI training.

Keep a copy

Export your entire archive as a single open .gtarchive file
Re-import on another device, share with family, or keep a copy offline
Public memories can appear in iOS Spotlight search

Golden Thread isn’t built around daily streaks. Add to it when there’s something worth saving.