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Item Types FAQ ​

Answers to common questions about the different types of items you can store in Ente Locker.

General ​

What types of information can I store? ​

Ente Locker supports four item types:

  1. Documents: Upload PDFs, images, and scans
  2. Personal Notes: Free-form text for any secure notes
  3. Account Credentials: Usernames and passwords
  4. Physical Records: Track where physical documents are stored

Learn more about Item Types.

Can I create custom item types? ​

Currently, Locker supports only the four built-in item types. Custom types are not available.

For information that doesn't fit the other types, use Personal Notes with a clear title and structured content.

Can I edit an item after creating it? ​

Yes. Tap on any item to open it, then tap the edit button to make changes. Tap Save when finished.

Can I delete an item? ​

Yes. Open the item, tap the menu icon, and select Delete. The item moves to Trash where it stays for 30 days before permanent deletion.

Learn more about Trash.

Documents ​

What file formats are supported? ​

Documents support common file formats including:

  • PDF files: Contracts, statements, forms
  • Images: JPG, PNG, HEIC for scans and photos
  • Other formats: Various document types

Check the app for the complete list of supported formats.

Is there a file size limit? ​

Individual file uploads have size limits. Large files may need to be compressed or split before uploading. Check the app for current size limits.

How do I scan a physical document? ​

Use your phone's camera or a scanning app to create an image or PDF of the physical document, then upload it to Locker as a Document.

Many phones have built-in document scanning in the camera app that automatically crops and enhances the image.

Personal Notes ​

Can I format text in Personal Notes? ​

Personal Notes support plain text only. Rich text formatting like bold, italic, or lists is not currently available.

Is there a character limit for notes? ​

There is no practical character limit for Personal Notes. Store as much text as you need.

Can I attach files to notes? ​

File attachments are not currently supported in Personal Notes. For file storage, use the Documents item type instead.

Account Credentials ​

Can I import passwords from other password managers? ​

Password import from other password managers is not currently supported. You'll need to add credentials manually.

Does Locker have browser integration? ​

No. Ente Locker is a mobile-only app and does not have browser extensions or autofill integration.

For frequent password use with autofill, consider using Locker alongside a dedicated password manager.

How do I copy a password? ​

Open the credential, then tap the copy icon next to the password field. The password is copied to your clipboard.

Physical Records ​

Can I attach photos of physical documents? ​

For photos of physical documents, use the Documents item type to upload images of the document. Physical Records are designed for tracking locations, not storing images.

How do I track multiple copies of a document? ​

You have two options:

  1. Add all locations in the notes field of a single record
  2. Create separate records for each copy with clear names