Question 1

react-native-simple-store vs redux-persist: which is better?

Accepted Answer

Use react-native-simple-store for simple, non-Redux apps needing basic local storage. If you're using Redux, redux-persist integrates directly with reducers for persistence, while Simple Store is a standalone solution without state management ties.

Question 2

How to store an array of objects with react-native-simple-store?

Accepted Answer

Use the push method to add objects to an array under a key. For example, store.push('artists', {name: 'Artist'}) creates or appends to the array. Retrieve it with store.get('artists') to get the full array, as shown in the advanced example.

Question 3

Does react-native-simple-store encrypt data?

Accepted Answer

No, it does not support encryption. It relies on AsyncStorage, which stores data in plain text on the device. For sensitive data, you must implement encryption manually or choose a different library.

Question 4

What happens if AsyncStorage runs out of space with react-native-simple-store?

Accepted Answer

You'll encounter errors since it doesn't handle size management. AsyncStorage has default limits (e.g., 6MB on iOS), and exceeding them causes failures, requiring manual data cleanup or configuration changes.

Question 5

Can I use react-native-simple-store with Expo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you need to install and link @react-native-community/async-storage separately, as Expo manages native modules. Check Expo's documentation for AsyncStorage setup to ensure compatibility.

Question 6

How to delete all data stored with react-native-simple-store?

Accepted Answer

There's no built-in method to clear all data. You must delete keys individually using store.delete('key') or loop through known keys, which can be cumbersome for apps with multiple storage entries.

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