I even considered setting up a private storage device connected to my local network. I thought that as soon as my device connected to that local network, the notes there would automatically sync to that storage, and the note on the device would be deleted.

There was one problem: synchronization. Since I couldn’t figure that out, I couldn’t move forward with the idea.

Even if encryption alone seems sufficient, being able to access my notes from different devices just isn’t enough.

I want to be able to access my notes from my computer and my phone—even when I’m not at home—but with maximum privacy and security.

I realize this is a bit of a challenge. But I’m still pursuing a solution.

What's your plan for when that device gets lost or stolen or you get mugged?

I don't know. That's a big problem, too. That's why I want to rely on synchronization. That's why I'm thinking of saving to the cloud—to my own server. But if I entrust my data to just one place, any problem that arises there could affect something else. Filing a lawsuit won't bring my notes back.

Just use tarsnap if something more mainstream doesn't work for you. Having permanently lost videos of my past due to theft, I worry more about being forgotten than remembered.