Build things worth keeping

Cardea Labs is an independent software studio. We design and build focused apps that do one job well, respect your time, and stay useful for years.

How we work

Small studio. Sturdy software.

Cardea is the Roman goddess of hinges and thresholds. We build the small, well-made things you pass through every day without thinking about them.

Every app does one thing and does it well. No feature sprawl, no dark patterns, no upsell maze.

Native, fast, and maintained. We ship updates because they help you, not because a roadmap says so.

Your data is yours. We collect the minimum, store it on your device where we can, and say so plainly.

Apps

Everything we have shipped, and what is coming next.

The first app is on its way.

We announce every release here. Check back soon, or get in touch to hear about it first.

Questions, ideas, or a bug to report? We answer every message.