Ayer is a privacy-focused mobile application designed for iOS and Android that helps users rediscover their photo memories in a completely private, offline environment. The app organizes photos by date, allowing users to see all photos taken on a specific day across different years—perfect for nostalgic trips down memory lane or creating visual comparisons.
Key Features:
- 100% Offline Operation: All photo processing happens locally on the device; no cloud uploads, accounts, or tracking.
- On This Day Memories: View photos and videos from any date across all years in your library with a simple calendar interface.
- Instant Photo Collages: Create side-by-side comparisons of photos from different years, with dates automatically added.
- Privacy-First Design: No data leaves your device, making it ideal for privacy-conscious users.
- Optimized Performance: Handles large photo libraries (30,000+ photos) with smooth scrolling and instant loading.
Target Users:
- Parents tracking children's growth year-over-year
- Nostalgia lovers revisiting forgotten memories
- Content creators needing quick throwback visuals
- Privacy advocates seeking secure photo management
Technical Aspects:
- Available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play)
- Requires read-only access to the device's photo library for local organization
- No backend infrastructure or user authentication needed
- Supports multiple languages (English and Spanish)
Use Cases:
- Daily memory reminders (e.g., "Throwback Thursday" posts)
- Family photo organization and sharing
- Personal reflection and journaling with visual aids
- Creating engaging social media content with historical comparisons
