Question 1

How is my data stored in Time Stream?

Accepted Answer

Your data is stored directly in your browser using local-only storage. This means your information never leaves your device unless you explicitly choose to export it. There are no external servers, no background syncing and no hidden data transfers—everything stays private and fully under your control.

Question 2

Why does Time Stream store data locally instead of in the cloud?

Accepted Answer

Time Stream is designed around the idea that your data should belong to you, not a remote system. By keeping everything local, it removes reliance on accounts, servers, and third-party infrastructure. This approach gives you full visibility and control, while also reducing the risks associated with cloud storage, such as breaches, outages, or unwanted access.

Question 3

How do I keep my data safe?

Accepted Answer

Keeping your data safe is simple because you're in control of it. Time Stream automatically creates local backups, but you can also export your data at any time for extra security. Since your data isn't stored externally, protecting it comes down to managing your own device and making occasional backups when needed.

Question 4

How do I export my data?

Accepted Answer

You can export your data at any time from the app by choosing either CSV or JSON format. This process creates a file on your device that you can store, analyze, or transfer. Exporting is your way of taking full ownership of your data and ensuring you always have access to it outside the app.

Question 5

What's the difference between CSV and JSON exports?

Accepted Answer

CSV files are ideal when you want to view or analyze your data in spreadsheets or external tools, as they organize information into simple rows and columns. JSON files, on the other hand, are designed for full backups. They preserve your entire dataset in a structured format that can be re-imported into Time Stream, making them essential for restoring or transferring your data.

Question 6

How do I move my data between devices?

Accepted Answer

Because Time Stream doesn't rely on syncing, moving your data is a deliberate and secure process. You export your data from one device, transfer the file however you prefer, and then import it on another device. This ensures your data only moves when you choose, and only where you want it to go.

Question 7

How do I import my data into another browser or device?

Accepted Answer

To move your data, export it as a JSON file from your current browser, then open Time Stream on the new browser or device and import that file. This process gives you full control over when and where your data is transferred, without relying on automatic syncing or external services.

Question 8

What happens when I import data?

Accepted Answer

When you import data, it replaces the existing data in that browser with the contents of your file. This ensures consistency and avoids conflicts, but it also means you should export your current data first if you want to keep a copy. This clear, deliberate process is part of maintaining full control over your data.

Question 9

How do I reset my data?

Accepted Answer

You can reset your data from the Manage Data section, which will permanently remove everything stored in your browser. This action cannot be undone, so it's recommended to export your data first if you want to keep a copy. The reset option gives you full control to start fresh whenever you choose.

Question 10

How do I back up my data manually?

Accepted Answer

You can manually back up your data at any time by exporting it as a JSON file. This creates a complete snapshot of your work that you can store wherever you choose, such as on your computer, an external drive, or a private cloud storage service you trust.

Question 11

What happens if I switch browsers?

Accepted Answer

Your data is stored within a specific browser, so switching to a different one means starting with a clean slate. To bring your data with you, you'll need to export it from the original browser and import it into the new one. This design reinforces privacy by keeping data isolated unless you decide otherwise.

Question 12

What happens if I clear my browser data?

Accepted Answer

Clearing your browser's storage or history may remove your Time Stream data permanently. Since there is no external backup unless you create one, it's important to export your data beforehand if you plan to clear anything. This is part of the trade-off of full control—your data is yours, but so is the responsibility for keeping it safe.

Question 13

How do webhooks help with backups?

Accepted Answer

Webhooks allow you to automatically send backup data to an external destination whenever a backup is created. This means you can maintain off-device copies without manual effort, while still deciding exactly where your data is sent and how it's handled.

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