Question 1

Is it private?

Accepted Answer

Yes — private by design. Stay in Touch uses an offline-first architecture, meaning all your data lives on your device by default. There's no account required, no tracking, no ads, and no analytics on your relationship data. Nothing leaves your phone unless you explicitly choose to back it up. Even then, backups go to your own Google Drive — not our servers. You stay in complete control of where your data lives.

Question 2

Where is my data stored?

Accepted Answer

All your data — contacts, notes, reminders, and check-ins — is stored locally on your device by default. Nothing leaves your phone unless you explicitly choose to back it up. We don't have access to your data, and we don't store it on our servers.

Question 3

Do I need to create an account?

Accepted Answer

No! You can use Stay in Touch completely without creating an account. Account creation is only offered if you choose to use premium features (like automatic backups or unlimited reminders), and even then, it's optional. The app works fully offline and locally without any sign-in.

Question 4

Can you see my contacts or notes?

Accepted Answer

No. We cannot see your contacts, notes, reminders, or any other data. Everything is stored locally on your device. We don't monitor, track, or analyze your relationship data. Even if you choose to back up to Google Drive, those backups are stored in your personal Google account, not ours.

Question 5

What happens to my data if I delete the app?

Accepted Answer

If you delete the app without backing up first, your local data will be removed from your device. That's why we recommend creating a backup before uninstalling. You can export your data as a file or upload it to Google Drive at any time. If you have a backup, you can restore it if you reinstall the app later.

Question 6

Does Stay in Touch read my text messages?

Accepted Answer

No. Stay in Touch does not read, monitor, or access your text messages or call history. The app uses local notifications to remind you to reach out, but it doesn't track whether you actually send a message or make a call. You manually confirm check-ins when you've reached out to someone.

Question 7

How do I import my contacts?

Accepted Answer

When you first open the app, you'll be prompted to grant contact permissions. Once granted, you can import contacts directly from your device's address book. The app will show you a list of your contacts, and you can select which ones you'd like to add to Stay in Touch. You can also manually add contacts if you prefer.

Question 8

What permissions does the app need?

Accepted Answer

Stay in Touch requires two permissions to function: Contacts (to import and display your contacts) and Notifications (to send you reminder notifications). These permissions are required during onboarding — you won't be able to complete setup without granting them, as they're essential for the app's core functionality. The app never requests access to your SMS, calls, or other sensitive data.

Question 9

How do reminders work?

Accepted Answer

Reminders help you remember to reach out to people at regular intervals. You can set a reminder for any contact with a custom frequency (like every 2 weeks, every month, etc.) and a custom start date. When it's time to check in, you'll get a notification. You can then confirm you've reached out, snooze the reminder, or call/text directly from the app.

Question 10

How do I add notes about someone?

Accepted Answer

You can add notes to any contact by opening their contact details page. Notes are perfect for remembering conversation topics, important details, or memories. You can also add notes when you confirm a check-in. All notes are searchable, so you can quickly find information about anyone.

Question 11

Can I set different reminder frequencies for different people?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Each reminder is completely independent. You might check in with close family every week, friends every few weeks, and distant relatives every few months. Set whatever frequency feels right for each relationship.

Question 12

What is a check-in?

Accepted Answer

A check-in is when you confirm that you've reached out to someone. When you get a reminder notification, you can mark it as checked in, which records the date and resets the reminder timer. You can also add a note about what you discussed. This creates a history of your interactions with each person.

Question 13

Can I back up my data?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can back up your data in two ways: (1) Export to a file on your device, which you can then share via email or save to cloud storage, or (2) Upload a one-time backup to Google Drive (free). Premium users can also enable automatic Google Drive backups that run on a schedule.

Question 14

Is Stay in Touch free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The core features are completely free, including contact management, notes, check-ins, and up to 3 active reminders. You can use the app fully without ever paying anything. Premium features (unlimited reminders, automatic backups, and note reminders) are optional upgrades.

Question 15

What do I get with premium?

Accepted Answer

Premium unlocks three features: (1) Unlimited reminders — create reminders for as many contacts as you want (free users get 3), (2) Automatic Google Drive backups — your data backs up automatically on a schedule you choose, and (3) Note reminders — set reminders based on specific notes, perfect for following up on topics you discussed.

Question 16

How do I manage my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Subscriptions are managed through Google Play. You can view, modify, or cancel your subscription anytime in the Google Play Store app or at play.google.com. Changes take effect at the end of your current billing period.

Question 17

I'm not getting reminder notifications

Accepted Answer

First, make sure you've granted notification permissions to the app in your device settings. Also check that notifications aren't disabled for Stay in Touch in your phone's notification settings. If you're still not receiving notifications, try restarting the app or your device. You can always check your upcoming reminders in the app's home screen.

Question 18

How do I restore from a backup?

Accepted Answer

To restore from a backup file, go to Settings > Backup & Restore, then select 'Restore from file' and choose your backup file. To restore from Google Drive, select 'Restore from Google Drive' and choose which backup to download. Note: Restoring will replace your current data, so make sure you want to proceed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Privacy and Data

Getting Started

Features and Usage

Premium and Pricing

Troubleshooting

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