DoBoxFrequently asked questions
Short answers to the questions we get most. Missing one? Write to us (contact address coming soon).
Are there ads in DoBox?
No. No ads, in any app. And that won't change with Premium.
What do you do with my data?
Nothing beyond making the app work. Your notes stay on your device. We never sell your data. Usage statistics are optional, pseudonymized, and only feed an internal tool. No advertising service has access to them.
Is DoNote really free?
Yes. Unlimited notes, every type, no ads, no account required. You don't pay with your data.
Do I need an account?
No. You can use DoNote without one. An account is optional.
Are my notes encrypted?
Yes. And there's no master key: the server can't read the content of your vaults or your sync. The flip side: we can't decrypt your data for you, so keep your access details somewhere safe. On the web, your notes stay in your browser (session encryption).
What isn't end-to-end encrypted?
Two things, and we'd rather tell you:
- logs you send to support;
- content you send to a remote AI (OpenAI or Anthropic).
How does the AI work?
It's off by default. You turn it on if you want.
- Voice transcription runs on your device. The model (about 74 MB) is only downloaded if you turn it on (in the installed app; not in the web version).
- Cloud AI (OpenAI or Anthropic) only works with your own key. The provider you pick can then read what you send them.
When is Premium coming?
No date and no price yet. Premium will include encrypted cloud sync (hosted in the EU), advanced AI and extra storage. Sign-ups to be notified will open soon on this site.
What about Android?
It's coming soon, but it's not in the store yet. Meanwhile, try DoNote on the web: donote.dobox.app. Sign-ups to be notified will open soon on this site.
What about iPhone?
There's no iPhone app announced for now. You can try DoNote in your browser at donote.dobox.app.
Can I export my data?
Yes, always, Free or Premium (PDF, Markdown, HTML, JSON).
How do I delete my account?
In the app: Settings > Privacy > Delete account. The data linked to your account is then deleted from our servers. Remember to export your notes first.
Is DoBox open source?
The code is licensed under AGPL-3.0.
Do I need to show ID?
No. There's no identity check (KYC) to use the apps. Writing a note should never require that.