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Life & fun · January 14, 2020

Write a private diary using good old email

Journaling using only email

Write a private diary using good old email launched on January 14, 2020 with 515 votes, #13 of 3,486 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.

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In plain words

Diaryemail is a private diary service that works through email. Users write entries by sending emails, which are stored securely as a personal diary. It is designed for anyone who wants to keep a private journal using a familiar communication method rather than a dedicated app. The service launched in 2020 and appeals to people who prefer email-based workflows for capturing personal thoughts and memories.

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