BreathAnchor Support
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Personalized breathing exercises for Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad
Contact Support
For questions or assistance with BreathAnchor, please email us at:
We typically respond within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I customize my breathing pattern?
- Apple Watch: Open BreathAnchor, tap any of the four timing fields (In, Hold, Out, Hold), and use the Digital Crown to adjust (1–30s). Saves automatically.
- iPhone / iPad: Open BreathAnchor and tap the timing values to adjust them with the on-screen controls.
How do I start a breathing session?
- Apple Watch: Tap “Start” to begin immediately with haptic guidance.
- iPhone / iPad: Tap “Start” for visual and (if enabled) haptic guidance.
Can I turn off the haptic feedback?
Yes. Toggle the “Haptics” switch at the top of the main screen. Your preference is saved for future sessions.
How do I stop a breathing session?
- Apple Watch: Tap “Stop” during the session, or press the Digital Crown.
- iPhone / iPad: Tap “Stop” to end the session.
What are the default breathing timings?
BreathAnchor starts with an 8-5-8-5 pattern:
- Breathe In: 8 seconds
- Hold: 5 seconds
- Breathe Out: 8 seconds
- Hold: 5 seconds
Does BreathAnchor work without my iPhone?
Yes. BreathAnchor is a standalone Apple Watch app and can also be used independently on iPhone or iPad.
Will my session continue if I lower my wrist or minimize the app?
- Apple Watch: Yes, BreathAnchor continues in the background.
- iPhone / iPad: Sessions continue as long as the app stays in the foreground.
Does the app track my data or sync anywhere?
No. All settings stay private on your Apple Watch, iPhone, or iPad. Nothing is uploaded or shared.
Troubleshooting
App won’t start or crashes
- Restart your Apple Watch or iOS device
- Ensure you’re on the latest watchOS or iOS
- Reinstall the app if issues persist
Haptic feedback not working
- Make sure haptics are enabled in-app
- On Apple Watch, check Watch app haptic settings
- On iPhone, ensure system haptics are enabled
- Note: haptics are not available on iPad
Settings not saving
- Apple Watch: Use the Digital Crown to adjust values after selecting a field
- iPhone / iPad: Values save automatically when changed
Privacy & Data
BreathAnchor respects your privacy completely:
- No data collection or tracking
- All settings stored locally on your device
- No third-party integrations
Read our full Privacy Policy for details.
About Tricksmith Games
BreathAnchor is developed by Tricksmith Games, LLC. We’re committed to creating simple, effective wellness tools that respect your privacy.
Contact: support@tricksmithgames.com