Possessly User Guide
A practical guide for the current Android version and the iOS version being prepared for public release.
What Possessly is
Possessly is a local-first app for Android and iOS that organizes home and personal assets, warranty dates, reminders, photo attachments, exports, and local backups. It does not require an account and does not use cloud sync in the current version.
Installation
Android
Possessly is available now on Google Play.
iPhone and iPad
The iOS version is being prepared for public release on the App Store. It is not publicly released yet, so there is no public App Store install link at this time.
Quick start
- Install Possessly through the supported public store for your platform when available.
- Open the app — the dashboard shows a summary of your records.
- Use the bottom navigation to move between Home, Assets, Reminders, and Settings.
- Add your first asset from the Assets tab.
Add your first asset
From the Assets tab, tap add and enter details such as name, category, purchase date, and notes. Save the record to see it in your asset list. Open an asset anytime to view or edit it.
Track warranty status
When you add warranty start and end dates on an asset, Possessly shows status such as active, expiring soon, or expired. The dashboard can show an expired-warranty count. On the Assets screen, use warranty filters to narrow the list.
Create reminders
Open the Reminders tab to add reminders for warranty follow-ups, maintenance, or custom dates. Reminders are stored locally and shown inside Possessly. The current release does not schedule push or system notifications.
Attach photos
From an asset detail screen, add photo attachments when you choose images from your device. Only attach images you are comfortable storing locally on the device.
Export data
From Settings, open Export Data to create PDF, CSV, or JSON files from your local records. Exports are saved on your device. Export history lists files the app has written. Use Share when you want to send a file to another app you choose.
Create a backup
From Settings → Backup & Restore, create a backup file (`.possessly-backup.json`). Save the file outside the app — for example to cloud storage or another device — before uninstalling or resetting your device.
Restore a backup
After installing Possessly, open Backup & Restore, choose restore, and select your backup file. Restore replaces local app data after you confirm — it is not a merge. Review the on-screen warning before proceeding.
Privacy and local-first model
- No account is required.
- No ads are included in the app.
- No cloud sync in the current version.
- Data stays on your device unless you export, share, or back it up yourself.
See the Privacy Policy for more detail.
Troubleshooting
Android: Google Play will not update my install
If you previously installed a debug or sideloaded Android build, signing may differ from the Google Play release. Create a backup first, then uninstall the old build and install from Google Play, or use a clean device.
Data missing after reinstall
Without a backup or export saved outside the app, local data may not survive uninstall or clear-data. Restore from a backup file if you have one.
Why didn't I receive a reminder notification?
The current release does not schedule push or system notifications. Reminders are shown inside Possessly, so open the Reminders tab to review upcoming, overdue, or completed items.
Best practices
- Create backups before changing devices or reinstalling.
- Store backup files outside the app in a location you control.
- Export periodically if you want readable copies in PDF or CSV.
- Review shared exports — they may contain personal information you entered.
- Do not rely on Possessly as legal proof or insurance documentation without verifying requirements with relevant parties.
Need more help? Email [email protected], or visit Support or Contact.