The Journey app, known for offering its users a seamless and intimate journaling experience, is rolling out another fascinating update this February 2024. This latest version 5.3.1, which is being steadily released throughout the week, brings with it a host of new features and essential bug fixes designed to enhance the overall user experience. These updates include the introduction of Shared web links, the innovative Odyssey AI, a refreshing new design, and a fix for the bothersome Google Credentials Bug. Let's dive into what each of these exciting enhancements brings to your journaling journey.

First up, we're thrilled to announce the shared web links, initially launched on the web app on February 5, 2024, and now making its way to the Android app in this update. This feature allows users to generate a shared web link for any selected entry within their Journey Cloud Sync.

Create personalized journal shared web links with your own title and description, and add a passcode for an extra layer of privacy.
Generate your unique shared web link and start sharing your journal entries with friends and family effortlessly.
Create personalized shared web links with your own title and description, and add a passcode for an extra layer of privacy. Just hit "done" to generate your unique link and start sharing with friends and family effortlessly.

This link can be shared with friends and family, giving them access to view your journal entries in full detail. To safeguard your privacy, you have the option to add a passcode, ensuring that your journal remains accessible only to those you truly trust.

Easily share your journal web links with friends and family through your favorite messenger app.
You friends and family can open your journal entries directly in a browser for hassle-free viewing.
Easily share web links with friends and family through your favorite messenger app, and open them directly in a browser for hassle-free viewing. Connecting and sharing has never been smoother or more convenient.

Creating a shared link is a straightforward process:

  1. Ensure you've set up a Journey Cloud Sync drive (unencrypted).
  2. Create an entry you wish to share.
  3. Find the entry in your timeline, tap the "⋮" icon, and select "Create a Web Link".
  4. Add a title, description, and optionally, a passcode.
  5. Click "done" to generate your shared link.
  6. To delete a shared link, navigate to Settings > Data & Cloud Services > Selected Journey Cloud Sync > Shared web links > press ⛔.

Odyssey AI

Next, meet your new smart journaling assistant, Odyssey AI. Launched first on the web app on January 1, 2024, Odyssey AI employs cutting-edge AI technology to delve into the content of your journal, understanding its context and sentiment. It offers personalized insights by answering questions about your life, emotional patterns, and the strides you're making towards your goals. Odyssey AI can be accessed from the app bar in the main menu, ready to transform your self-reflection journey.

Here's how you can access Odyssey AI in Journey Android app:

  1. Set up Journey Cloud Sync Drive in the settings.
  2. Create at least 10 journal entries to provide a rich dataset for Odyssey AI to analyze.
  3. Open the Journey app and tap on the Odyssey AI
    in the app bar to access the AI.
  4. Agree to the Terms of Usage before interacting with Odyssey AI to understand how your data will be analyzed and protected.
  5. Ask questions about your journal entries to receive insights and reflections from Odyssey AI, such as inquiring about mood patterns or themes in your writing.

Refreshed Design

In this update, you will find a redesigned interface that features an updated app bar in the main menu, highlighting your profile avatar and positioning Odyssey AI within easy reach. The cloud services menu has been shifted to the "Profile" bottom sheet, accessible by tapping on your avatar. Within the bottom sheet, options for your user profile, cloud services, and settings can also be found.

Fixed Google Credentials Bug

We understand how crucial uninterrupted syncing is to your journaling experience. Users previously faced an issue where changing Google Credentials, such as passwords, could halt sync activities. This update addresses and resolves the Google Credentials Bug, implementing a smoother process for users to re-login to their accounts without disrupting the journal syncing process.

Version 5.3.1 of the Journey Android app is set to significantly improve your journaling experience with its new features and crucial bug fixes. Whether you're looking to share your introspections with loved ones securely, seek deeper insights into your personal growth, enjoy a refreshed app interface, or benefit from an improved syncing process, this update promises to cater to all your needs. We are excited for you to explore these updates and continue your journey with us.