About Jurno
Jurno is a journaling platform built for daily reflection and anonymous sharing. We believe that writing is one of the most powerful tools for self-understanding — and that sharing your truth should feel freeing, not performative.
There are no public profiles, no likes, no follower counts. Just words — yours and others' — meeting each other honestly.
We're building Jurno to be the space where you can show up as you are, reflect on where you've been, and connect with people through the things that actually matter.
Why
We created Jurno to capture the magic in moments that slip away.
The kindness of a stranger.
The perfect song for your mood.
A stranger's note that feels quite familiar.
Some days stretch us.
Some days steady us.
Every day holds something new — if we take notice.
Journaling lets us pause. And make meaning.
But meaning doesn't have to be polished.
It doesn't have to impress. It doesn't have to even be finished.
Jurno is for writing what's real to you — and receiving in kind.
Uncurated. Unstaged. Honest.
Some of the best things in life happen by chance.
Feeling understood — even by a stranger — builds trust in yourself and in the world.
Above all, we hope Jurno helps you notice the magic of what's already there.
And meet yourself in the mess.
Inspiration
Jurno is inspired by small, human corners of the world — online and offline. Projects like Airendipity, This Website Will Self Destruct, Kind Words, unexpected online communities, geocaches, handwritten notes left on walls.
Places where strangers show up honestly.
We wanted to build one that lasts.
Our Team
Rea Loretta
Rea is a developer, designer, and illustrator building Jurno in Los Angeles, CA. She studied Computer Science and Business at California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, CA. She worked on many products spanning various industries in San Francisco, CA. After cofounding several projects, advising in numerous early stage startups, and mentoring underrepresented groups in tech, she is returning to a project she has wanted to build since her childhood.