Frequently Asked Questions

Security & Privacy

Is my data really encrypted?

Yes. Everything is encrypted on your device before it syncs. Your password never leaves your device, and we use industry-standard algorithms (XChaCha20-Poly1305, Argon2id) via the audited libsodium library. How encryption works

Can Lithium staff read my notes?

No. We only see encrypted blobs on the server. Without your password, we can’t decrypt anything. This is architecturally impossible by design.

What happens if I forget my password?

Your data is gone. There’s no “forgot password” link - we can’t reset it because we never had access to your encryption keys. Set up a recovery password as backup. Why no password recovery

What data do you collect?

Minimal operational data: auth events, error reports (no content), and opt-in analytics (page views, feature usage). No tracking cookies, no third-party analytics. Data transparency

Features

What’s the inbox for?

The inbox is a dedicated space for quick capture. Jot thoughts down without worrying about where they belong. It’s always in your sidebar, ready for whatever’s on your mind. Inbox guide

Can I use it offline?

Yes. Everything is stored locally in IndexedDB and syncs automatically when you’re back online. No internet required to read or edit. Offline use

Is there a mobile app?

There’s a PWA (progressive web app) you can install on iOS or Android. A native iOS app is in development. PWA installation

Can I import from other apps?

Yes. You can export all your data as JSON and import from Lithium backups, Roam, Obsidian, or Logseq. Audio files and images aren’t included in exports yet — that’s a known gap we’re working on. Import & export

Does it work with my calendar?

Yes. You can connect Google Calendar or Apple Calendar to view external events alongside your Lithium events. Calendar integrations

Account & Pricing

Is it free?

Yes, the free tier gives you 50 pages. There’s a Pro tier with higher limits (10,000 pages, voice notes, file attachments), but pricing isn’t finalized yet. All beta users get Pro features for free.

What are the limits on the free tier?

50 pages, 2 devices, no voice notes, no file attachments. When you hit limits, you can still read everything - you just can’t create new pages.

How do I give feedback or report bugs?

Go to Settings > Account and use “Share Thoughts” for feedback or “Report a Bug” for issues. Both go directly to the dev team. Feedback guide