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About Start From Done

Start From Done is a free reverse journaling app: you write a goal as already done, name what could stop you, and it drafts a backward plan to one 45 minute action today. You approve or edit each step.

Who makes it

Start From Done is made by Jay Rockliffe, its founder, in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Jay writes the guides on reversejournal.com, the home of the Reverse Journaling method. For questions, email hello@startfromdone.com.

What it does

You write one line, your goal as if it is done, and pick a date. The app drafts the milestones back to today, an if-then plan for what could stop you and a 45 minute sprint for today's first step. At night you log what you did, and it lands on your Done list. Read what the app does, including what is free and what Pro adds.

How it treats your data

Your journal stays on your device. You do not need an account. When you tap to plan or write a scene, only your goal line and date are sent (plus a first name and tone for scenes). A future photo you choose to make sends your photo once. We do not store the request, the photo or the reply. The privacy policy has the details.

What it is not

Start From Done is a reflection and planning tool. It does not predict or guarantee outcomes, and it is not medical, psychological, legal or financial advice.

Where to go next

• The library: every guide on Reverse Journaling, goal setting and done lists.
• The free reverse planner: plan one goal backward in a minute.
• Open the app: free to start, no account needed.