Online time capsule without the cloud risk

By Austin Frankel · July 2026 · Guide

People search for an “online time capsule” when they want something easier than burying a box — but still meaningful. The catch with many web tools is the same: your memories live on someone else’s server.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

What “online” should mean for a time capsule

You need a way to create a capsule from the device you already use, set a future unlock date, and reopen it later. You do not need a public feed, an account farm, or a company holding the only copy of your wedding vows.

Time Capsule: Memory Vault is a digital time capsule app for iPhone. Capsule contents stay on your device. You can still share an encrypted .ltc file when you choose — that is optional, not the default.

How to create a digital time capsule in minutes

  1. Install the free app from the App Store.
  2. Name the capsule and pick an unlock date.
  3. Add photos, videos, voice memos, notes, or files.
  4. Hold to lock. Watch the countdown until unlock day.

If you are comparing formats, read digital vs physical time capsules. For friend-group sharing, see how to share a time capsule.

Who this is for

FAQ

Is there a website that hosts my capsule contents?

No. gettimecapsule.com is the product site. Capsule media stays on your iPhone unless you export a file yourself.

Can I open it on another phone?

Export an encrypted .ltc file and import it on a device that has Time Capsule installed. Sharing features may require Pro.

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Try the free time capsule app

Time Capsule: Memory Vault — lock photos, voice memos, and letters on your iPhone. Private. On-device. No account required.

Download on the App Store