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Coming from Rewind or Limitless? Previously is the privacy-first alternative.

Coming from Rewind or Limitless?

I get it. You want screen recall, but you're not comfortable with your data leaving your device. That's exactly why I built Previously.

The Difference

Previously is local-first. Your screenshots, audio, and transcripts stay on your Mac. Period.

The only time data leaves your device is if you explicitly enable optional AI features:

  • Semantic search (for meaning-based queries)
  • AI summaries (for generating narratives)
  • Enhanced transcription

And even then, you’re in control. You choose when to use them.

What You Get

Everything you’d expect from a screen recall app:

  • Continuous screenshot capture with OCR
  • Full-text search across everything
  • Audio recording and transcription
  • Activity recognition
  • AI-powered features (optional)

What’s Different

  • No account required for basic features
  • No cloud sync unless you want it
  • No subscription required for local features
  • Transparent about what’s local vs cloud

Ready to Try It?

Download Previously free. Use it for a week. See if it fits how you work.