With the stories about data from period tracking apps being shared with law enforcement, I was wondering if there was a self hosted alternative I could host for my daughter. My searches so far have not returned any good results. Thanks!

  • CameronDev@programming.devEnglish
    45·
    1 year ago

    I wrote a period app for my partner, everything is encrypted and never leaves the device.

    It has a option where you can set false passwords, so that if you are being compelled to unlock it, it will get up fake data.

    Code is open source: https://github.com/cameroncros/PrivatePeriodTracker

    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cross.privateperiodtracker

    It may not meet your needs, but perhaps worth a look. I am open to adding features (except for ads and tracking obviously).

    (I have posted this before, but with an inappropriate account)

  • TenderfootGungi@lemmy.worldEnglish
    171·
    1 year ago

    Use the one built into iPhones and either encrypt iCloud so Apple cannot read it ( but no way to recover if you forget password) or turn off iCloud sync for health data (you will lose history with new phone).

    Or, print out a one page annual calendar and use a pencil.

  • Black616Angel@feddit.deEnglish
    8·
    1 year ago

    Look into Periodical as well, it’s on fdroid and completely local. It also shows when the next period should be and works better than some closed source apps.

  • iamacat@lemmy.worldEnglish
    5·
    1 year ago

    Drip is one of the better options if you want to just download something from your app store of choice. It’s FOSS, requires minimal permissions, and seems to store all data locally.

  • irotsoma@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    1 year ago

    I’ve heard log28 is a good simple app with a local database and without tracking. I haven’t looked at it too closely to verify much. But seems like it hasn’t had an update for a while.

  • Jo Miran@lemmy.mlEnglish
    1·
    1 year ago

    If for some reason self hosting doesn’t work out, try looking into Proton Calendar. Secured, encrypted, and Swiss. They do not entertain subpoenas.

  • Chickenstalker@lemmy.worldEnglish
    212·
    1 year ago

    Why do you even need an app? A paper calendar should suffice. Seriously, what function does an app do?

    • JonDotG@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      12·
      1 year ago

      Aside from what the other commenter said, this is something I’m looking for for my daughter and believe it or not she prefers an app.

      Also, this is the self hosted community. People self host all kinds of stupid shit. Why are you here?

    • RankWeis@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      7·
      1 year ago

      Besides ease of use and the practicality of having it at hand at all times, these apps show you important stats like longest time between periods, average time between periods, current time since last period. Same with length of period. All useful stats for you, your doctor, and potentially your partner if you’re trying for a baby.