Key Features

• •Planelo provides low-friction input for capturing ideas instantly with the ability to organize them later, ensuring thoughts are captured before they're lost.
• •The platform offers structured flow with distinct entities for Projects, Ideas, and Specs that follow a logical progression from concept to execution.
• •Developer-ready features include API keys for automations, markdown support, attachment capabilities, and automation hooks designed to integrate with scripts and CI bots.
• •Keyboard-first navigation enables Cmd+N for new ideas, Cmd+Shift+N for new projects, and Cmd+F for search functionality across all supported platforms.
• •Encrypted cloud sync uses AES-256 encryption with a custom backend for secure synchronization across iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices without third-party data sharing.
• •The distraction-free UI features dark mode by default, adaptive sheets, full-screen forms on iPad, and theme-aware toasts with haptics that minimize interface distractions.
• •Workflow improvements include tier-aware functionality, drag & drop between projects, and swipe actions that automatically cycle status and priority values.
• •Platform support includes native iPad and Mac Catalyst layouts with shortcuts, share extension with offline queue, and optimized trackpad and keyboard support.

Use Cases

• •Indie developers can use Planelo to manage multiple experiments and side projects by capturing ideas quickly and structuring them before they become tasks.
• •Solo founders can organize early-stage product concepts and maintain structured knowledge across projects, ideas, and specs with filtering and status management.
• •Builders working on multiple projects can utilize the API endpoints to connect automation workflows and integrate with existing development tools and scripts.
• •Developers can employ the share extension with offline queue functionality to capture ideas from various sources even when internet connectivity is limited.
• •Teams requiring privacy can benefit from the zero-knowledge architecture with AES-256 encryption ensuring intellectual property protection for early concepts.
• •Users transitioning from note-taking apps to project management can bridge the gap with Planelo's structured approach to idea refinement and execution planning.

Who is this for?

Planelo is specifically designed for indie developers, solo founders, and builders who work on multiple experiments, side projects, and early-stage products. The platform caters to individuals who build products rather than corporate teams or managers, focusing on supporting focus, privacy, and fast iteration for developers shipping real things. It's built for people who need to capture messy sparks of inspiration and evolve them into structured projects without the overhead of traditional project management tools.