Frequently asked questions about BreathFriend.
Clear answers about watch compatibility, screen-off sessions, breathing patterns, Health Connect, HRV and app safety.
What makes BreathFriend different from a phone-only breathing app?
BreathFriend is designed around Wear OS. You can start a guided session from your watch and follow haptic, audio or visual cues without making the phone the center of the exercise.
Can BreathFriend guide a session while the screen is off?
BreathFriend is designed for screen-off and background-friendly use, especially on Wear OS. Exact background behavior can vary with watch model, operating-system version and battery restrictions.
Which breathing exercises are included?
BreathFriend includes guided patterns such as box breathing, 4-7-8 breathing and equal breathing, plus custom patterns with configurable inhale, hold, exhale and final-hold durations.
Can I create my own breathing pattern?
Yes. You can fine-tune each phase and save a custom preset. Start with a comfortable rhythm and avoid long holds that feel strained.
Does BreathFriend support sounds and haptics?
Yes. Depending on your configuration, sessions can use haptic cues, visual guidance, audio cues, voice transitions, background sounds and nature visuals.
Does BreathFriend support Health Connect?
BreathFriend includes Health Connect integration for supported health-data flows.
Does BreathFriend measure HRV?
On supported devices, BreathFriend can show optional HRV and recovery context before and after sessions. These insights are informational and not diagnostic.
Is BreathFriend a medical app?
No. BreathFriend is a wellness and guided breathing app. It does not diagnose, treat or prevent medical conditions.
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