Planelo: Capture Ideas & Ship Projects
This is NOT Notion. It's a fast, native workflow designed for indie developers who need to turn messy ideas into shipped code.
Turn raw ideas into plans that survive real life
Planelo is built for indie developers and solo builders who juggle experiments, side projects, and early-stage products without losing the thread.
Capture ideas in seconds, shape them into structured projects, and keep momentum even when priorities shift. It bridges the gap between quick notes and full project systems.
What you can manage with Planelo
- ideas and early concepts
- early-stage projects and experiments
- APIs and automation workflows
- notes linked directly to real execution
Planelo is built for people who build products — not for corporate teams, managers, or bloated workflows. It’s designed to support focus, privacy, and fast iteration for developers shipping real things.
Designed for the "Messy Middle"
Most tools force you to turn an abstract idea immediately into a task. Planelo gives you a structured scratchpad to refine concepts before you write a single line of code.
Capture Fast
Low-friction input. Get the idea out of your head instantly, organize it later.
Structured Flow
Projects, Ideas, and Specs are distinct entities. Follow a logical progression.
Dev-Ready
API keys, automations, and markdown support. Built for your workflow.
Built for flow, not management
Projects & Ideas
Inbox + projects with drag & drop, fast switching, Cmd+N for quick capture. Full split-view layout on iPad, iPad build on Mac plus Mac Catalyst with native shortcuts.
Private sync
Custom backend (planelo.app/v1) with encrypted storage (AES-256) and no third-party data sharing.
API & Automations
Generate API keys for AI agents and automations. During launch, the Pro tier is unlocked, so you can connect the share extension, offline queue, and scripts.
Keyboard First
Cmd+N = new idea, Cmd+Shift+N = new project, Cmd+F search. iPad supports gestures and external keyboards; Mac build is optimized for trackpad + shortcuts.
Distraction-Free UI
Dark mode by default, adaptive sheets, full-screen forms on iPad, theme-aware toasts + haptics, all tuned so UI never distracts from your text.
Improved Workflow
Tier-aware workflow (Starter = 2 projects, referral bonus = Pro). Drag & drop between projects, swipe actions auto-cycle status and priority values.
Ideas deserve privacy before they become projects.
Planelo replaces scattered notes with a protected, structured flow. Capture sparks, evolve them into specs, and keep every device in sync through our encrypted backend.
Your ideas sync securely across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via encrypted cloud storage—no third-party analytics or shared servers.
Planelo runs on its own encrypted backend for fast, private synchronization, offline queueing, and zero data brokerage.
Ideas before tasks
Capture messy sparks without polluting your todo list. Refine, prioritize, and attach context before promoting an idea to execution.
Structured knowledge
Projects → Ideas → Specs. Filters, referral gating, and status lanes keep everything organized even when the backlog spans dozens of experiments.
Developer-grade tooling
API keys, share extension with offline queue, Markdown editing, attachment support, and automation hooks built to slot into scripts and CI bots.
const idea = new Concept();
idea.evolve();
if (idea.isReady) {"{"}
idea.convertToSpec();
{"}"}
Zero-Knowledge Architecture
Your ideas are your intellectual property. We built Planelo with a custom encrypted backend, moving away from standard iCloud limitations to ensure total privacy.
Simple, transparent pricing
Start for free. Upgrade when you're ready to ship more.
Starter
Perfect for trying out the workflow and managing a couple of active ideas.
- Up to 2 active projects
- Unlimited ideas
- Basic sync
Pro
For serious indie developers shipping real products.
or $79.99/year (save ~33%)
- Unlimited projects
- API Access (CI/CD integration)
- Share Extension + Offline Queue
- Priority Support
* Subscription management is handled securely via Apple App Store. No credit card required for Starter plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Planelo available on Android or Web?
How does "Zero-Knowledge" encryption work?
What happens if I downgrade from Pro to Starter?
Can I export my data?
Development Roadmap
Now Available
- iOS, iPad & Mac Apps
- Android App Beta
- Social Login (Apple, Google, GitHub)
- Secure Offline Sync
Next
- Web Dashboard (Beta)
- Affiliate System
- Advanced Search & Filters
Later
- Team Sharing
- Public Roadmaps
- Webhooks & API Ecosystem
Early Feedback
"Finally, a place to dump my app ideas that isn't buried in Apple Notes or cluttered in Jira."
"The API feature is a game changer. I have a script that pipes rough ideas straight into Planelo."
"Clean, fast, and secure. Exactly what I needed for my side-project workflow."