# DateSmith: Date Widgets — Lock & Home Screen Countdowns

> Customizable date and countdown widget for iPhone lock screens. (iPhone/iPad app by Benjamin Staab.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datesmith-date-widgets/id6746695656 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Benjamin Staab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1680743368)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.2 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-06-02
- Data updated: 2026-10-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datesmith-date-widgets/id6746695656/reviews.md

## What is DateSmith?

Your date, above the clock. DateSmith puts a clearer, fuller date in the line above your Lock Screen clock, or a countdown to the day you are looking forward to. Now with bold Home Screen widgets you can make your own.

YOUR FORMAT, YOUR WAY
Pick any two of month, date, weekday and year, each in the style you like. See it live in a Lock Screen preview that changes with every tap.

COUNTDOWNS
Name it and pick the day. DateSmith shows the days left until a trip, a birthday or a big day.

HOME SCREEN WIDGETS
Small, medium and large widgets show your date or countdown in big, clear type, with a week strip on the medium size, a month calendar on the large size and a date page on medium countdowns.
- Themes: Dawn, Ocean, Aurora, Graphite and System
- Your own photo, framed for the square and wide widget shapes
- A different photo for Dark Mode if you like
- Liquid Glass style text with a soft highlight and depth, or crisp solid text

UPDATES ON ITS OWN
DateSmith prepares the week ahead, so your widgets change each day, even when the app is closed.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN
No accounts, no ads and no analytics. Your widgets need no internet connection. DateSmith never uploads your photo.

SIMPLE SETUP
1. Touch and hold your Lock Screen
2. Tap Customize
3. Tap the date above the time
4. Choose DateSmith
5. Tap Done

For the Home Screen, touch and hold an empty area of your Home Screen, tap Edit, tap Add Widget, then choose DateSmith.

PLANS
Try every format, countdown, theme, photo and text style free for 7 days. When the preview ends, your widgets show Preview Ended in place of your date or countdown until you subscribe. DateSmith Monthly or DateSmith Yearly keeps your widgets working. DateSmith Monthly includes a one-week free trial for eligible new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://ben637482548.github.io/datesmith/#privacy

## Key features

- Custom date widget for above lock screen clock
- Multiple widget formats
- Personalized date formats
- Countdown mode for events
- Automatic midnight updates
- Privacy-focused design
- Battery efficient

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DateSmith Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| DateSmith Monthly | $0.99 | per month |


## Is DateSmith safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess DateSmith.

## Is DateSmith legit?

DateSmith: Date Widgets appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for DateSmith is 78 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datesmith-date-widgets/id6746695656/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A great trial version of the app

*2025-06-10*

I ended buying the PRO version for a dollar because it was super convenient to see the full date on my lock screen

### 5/5 — Perfect Lock screen Date widget

*2025-06-09*

The creator of this app has created a few other apps that i use daily! Always thinking about what the user needs and as a result has made things easier for me in my daily life.

DateSmith is fantastic! It delivers exactly as promised; a clean, customizable date display right above my iPhone’s lock screen clock. Setup was very simple (and explained!) I love the countdown mode for tracking events like the next upcoming birthday or when an important bill is due. The variety of date formats lets me make it my own. I Highly recommend for anyone wanting a simple, date/countdown widget that just works as intended. Oh i almost forgot about the home screen widget feature, so useful!

## Frequently asked questions about DateSmith

### Does DateSmith Light have ads?

No, DateSmith Light is completely ad-free. It is designed to provide a clean and uninterrupted user experience without any advertisements.

### What is the update frequency for DateSmith Light?

The app was last updated on June 9, 2025, indicating recent development and support. It reliably updates the date at midnight using advanced background technology.

### Is DateSmith Light available on Android devices?

No, DateSmith Light is currently only supported on iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its platform compatibility.

### What are the privacy features of DateSmith Light?

DateSmith Light is 100% privacy focused. It does not collect any user data, requires no unnecessary permissions, and does not need an internet connection to function.

### How does DateSmith Light compare to other widget apps?

Unlike generic widget apps, DateSmith Light specializes in the premium space above your lock screen clock, offering elegant date formats and reliable midnight updates.

### What is the age rating for DateSmith Light?

DateSmith Light has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How much does DateSmith Light cost?

DateSmith Light is free to download and use. It is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions or recurring fees.

### Can DateSmith Light be used to track upcoming events?

Yes, DateSmith Light includes a countdown mode that allows you to track the number of days until important events.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 12.0 — 2026-10-27

DateSmith 12.0 is our biggest update yet. DateSmith Light is now simply DateSmith.

REDESIGNED HOME SCREEN WIDGETS
Small, medium and large widgets have a bold new design. Your date or countdown shows in big, clear type, with a week strip on the medium size, a month calendar on the large size and a date page on medium countdowns.

YOUR PHOTO OR A THEME
Pick Dawn, Ocean, Aurora, Graphite or System, or use your own photo. Frame it for the square and wide widget shapes, and choose a different photo for Dark Mode if you like.

GLASS OR SOLID TEXT
Liquid Glass style text, on by default, gives a glossy finish with soft depth. Turn it off for crisp, solid text.

MORE WAYS TO SHOW THE DATE
Choose a style for each slot: one letter, short or full names, month first or day first, and two- or four-digit years. Give a countdown your own label, emoji included, and put the label or the days first.

A FRESH LOOK
A new app design, a new app icon, and a live Lock Screen preview that changes with every tap.

YOUR SETTINGS CARRY OVER
Your saved date and countdown settings from DateSmith Light carry over, and widgets you already placed stay where they are.

PLANS
Try every feature free for 7 days. After that, widgets show Preview Ended in place of your date or countdown until you subscribe to DateSmith Monthly or Yearly.

### 11.1 — 2025-06-09

- General fixes and improvements

### 10.1 — 2025-06-03

No release notes.

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