The Makers
A small team dedicated to craft, privacy, and lasting software
John Zank
FOUNDER & ARCHITECT
Former Marine, Software Engineer with 10 years of experience in logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and consulting industries. Codes in silence, ships with intention.
Emmy
CHIEF COMFORT OFFICER
Eight years by my side. She's sweet, loving, and has more energy than I know what to do with. She reminds me why I'm building this: good software, like good company, should just be there when you need it.
Mango
GUARDIAN SPIRIT
She taught me to slow down. Loved sunbathing, quiet mornings, and the kind of peace you can't rush. Lost her three years ago, but she's why I care about building things that last.
What We Stand For
Values that guide every decision, every line of code, every interaction
Privacy is Non-Negotiable
Your data is yours. We build software that never asks for it, never collects it, never sells it. Privacy by architecture, not by policy.
Respect Over Revenue
One-time purchase. No subscriptions, no upsells, no dark patterns. We earn trust by giving value, not extracting it.
Simplicity is Strength
Every feature must earn its place. We remove before we add. Less isn't compromise, it's clarity.
Built to Last
Software that survives trends. No planned obsolescence, no forced upgrades. When you buy, it's yours forever.
重静
Solemn Stillness
“Software with substance, crafted in silence.”
Apps these days are exhausting. They want your attention, your data, your money every month. We're just building the apps we'd want to use: simple, private, and yours to keep.
This isn't some grand mission. It's just software done right. Tools that work. Interfaces that make sense. Tech that treats you like a person, not a product.
Welcome to Quiet Forge. Where stillness meets creation.
Get in Touch
Questions? Feedback? Want to collaborate? We're listening.
We respond to every message. Usually within 24 hours.