IRLpad

IRLpad

A digital notebook that works like a real one

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IRLpad is a digital notebook that mimics real ones—no delete, no infinite scroll, no formatting. Why? Because memory isn’t about perfection. It’s about space, struggle, and structure. Backed by science. Wrapped in paper.
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iOS•Productivity•Notes
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Patrick
Maker
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Hey Product Hunt 👋 I built IRLpad because I couldn’t remember anything in Apple Notes. Too clean, too editable. I missed my pocket Moleskine—one page at a time, no delete key—but didn’t want to carry it (or lose it). So I made a digital version with the same constraints: No backspace. No infinite scroll. No fixing typos. Just messy, linear, spatial notes—like real memory works. Turns out science backs this up: • Struggling with bad notes helps you learn more • We remember where things were on a page • Typing too fast actually makes you forget more If you’re a recovering over-notetaker or a notebook romantic, give it a shot. And if you’re not usually into paid apps—or can’t commit to the 99 cents—no problem. Just message me and I’ll send you a free code. Thanks!
Pete Vasilyev
You should disable hor swipe to flip page when scribble mode is on.
Patrick
Maker

@pete_vasilyev Thanks for the feedback, Pete. And, I appreciate you trying IRLpad. I'll be sure to include an enable/disable toggle for this in the next update.

Joy Wang

IRLpad is a refreshing take on digital note-taking! By mimicking real notebooks with no delete options, infinite scroll, or formatting, it focuses on the true essence of memory—space, struggle, and structure. I’m excited to see how it blends science-backed principles with a simple, paper-like experience to make note-taking more authentic and effective!