# DontHit: Impulse & Anger Pause — Reset before reacting to anger

> Parenting support app for emotional self-regulation and calm communication. (iPhone/iPad app by 俊宏 刘.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/donthit-impulse-and-anger-pause/id6757686080 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [俊宏 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1848805585)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), American English, European Portuguese, European Spanish, Arabic and 1 more
- Released: 2026-01-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/donthit-impulse-and-anger-pause/id6757686080/reviews.md

## What is DontHit?

DontHit is an emergency brake for strong feelings—a way to get a moment of clarity back, just before impulse takes over.

In that second before things spill, it gives you a 26-second pause:
• A real stop: interrupt words or actions you would regret;
• Context that fits: a gentle, non-judgmental reminder for parenting, a partner, work, or yourself;
• Within reach: Apple Watch and widgets, so you can catch the moment as it rises;
• Patterns over time: see when feelings spike, and find your calm at the root, not only in the heat of it.

[The 26-second brake]
Pause → breathe → a kind reminder. When you are done, you can jot down what happened, or leave early because you already cooled down. No scores. No blame.

[It speaks to your life]
Parenting, partner, work, with yourself, and more. The words change with the scene, so they fit the life you are actually in.

[Apple Watch and a fast start]
Put the brake on the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Control Center. With Apple Watch and watch-face complications, raise your wrist and stop first, wherever you are.

[See the pattern, keep a note]
Stats show successful brakes, consecutive calm days, how you felt, and peak times. Export records as JSON or CSV to back up or look back.

[100% on this device]
Everything stays on your device. No account. No upload to the cloud. The data is yours.

Note: DontHit is not a substitute for therapy or medical care. It only helps in those few seconds when feelings surge—so you can pause the harm.

Terms of Use：https://raw.githubusercontent.com/jjaammmeess/DontHit/main/TERMS_OF_USE_en.md
Privacy Policy：https://raw.githubusercontent.com/jjaammmeess/DontHit/main/PRIVACY_POLICY_en.md

## Key features

- Gentle guidance for intense emotions
- Simple, pressure-free interactions
- Ad-free experience
- No subscriptions or in-app purchases
- On-device data privacy
- Designed for everyday parenting

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/donthit-impulse-and-anger-pause/id6757686080/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 这一次我是忍住了

*2026-03-25*

是的，没有动手，谢谢。

### 4/5 — 我都不知道为什么下载这玩意

*2026-01-25*

那是因为我真的脾气不太好，但我也真的在乎我的孩子，我想变得更好。不过能不能加入一个与手表健康数据联动的功能？比如心跳突然加快时，自动启动程序并发出警告声提醒？不然在冲动的时候，很难想起还要去打开一个app。这有种专门用一个本子记录我容易忘记的事情但是我又忘记这个本子放哪里了的荒谬感🤣

**Developer response:** 谢谢你认真地写下这些这些评语。
能感受到你是真的在为孩子和自己努力。
你提到的担心我们也记下了，
也很理解那种“情绪上来时，反而想不起 App”的时刻。
愿它哪怕只在某一次被你想起，
就已经有意义了。

## Frequently asked questions about DontHit

### What is DontHit?

DontHit is a paid app designed to help parents manage stress and regulate emotions in real-time. It offers gentle guidance and simple interactions to promote calm and rational communication within the family.

### How does DontHit help with parenting stress?

During moments of frustration, DontHit provides quick, accessible prompts to help you pause and regain composure. It focuses on immediate emotional self-regulation rather than long-term therapy.

### Is my data safe with DontHit?

Yes, DontHit prioritizes privacy by keeping all data on your device. It does not log detailed events, judge emotions, or sync data to the cloud, ensuring your information is removed if the app is deleted.

### Does DontHit have ads or subscriptions?

No, DontHit is a paid app with no advertisements, subscriptions, or in-app purchases. You pay a one-time fee of $0.99 for full access to its features.

### What devices does DontHit support?

Currently, DontHit is available for iPhone. It was last updated on April 15, 2026, with version 1.3.2.

### What is the age rating for DontHit?

DontHit has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. Its content is designed to be supportive and non-judgmental.

### How often is DontHit updated?

The app was last updated on April 15, 2026, indicating active development. Users can expect ongoing improvements and support for the application.

### Can DontHit help with specific parenting challenges?

While DontHit doesn't offer specific solutions for every challenge, its core function is to help you pause and respond more calmly in any everyday parenting situation where emotions run high.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.2 — 2026-09-06

DontHit 2.0 — a major update:
• More contexts: partner / intimacy, work, with yourself, and other — copy follows the moment
• Apple Watch brake and watch-face entry (DontHit Pro)
• Home Screen widgets, plus Lock Screen and Control Center shortcuts
• Stats and past notes, for a gentle look back
• Import a local backup; export and Restore Purchases work as they do in the app
• Clearer interface, with lighter idle animation and less battery use

### 1.3.2 — 2026-04-15

-Added support for 5 new languages: Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, and Arabic
-Improved multilingual content and UI for a more natural experience
-Enhanced overall usability for smoother and more reassuring use

### 1.2.2 — 2026-02-10

• Added Traditional Chinese (for Taiwan and Hong Kong).
• Added Korean and French — the app now supports 7 languages.
• Language selection in Settings is now a popup for a cleaner layout.
• Stability and experience improvements.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-01-20

What's New in Version 1.1.1

Performance & Stability
• Fixed known issues for improved stability
• Enhanced app performance for a smoother experience
• Improved language switching responsiveness

User Experience
• Refined interface details for better visual consistency
• Enhanced error handling mechanisms

Thank you for using our app! We appreciate your support and welcome your feedback.

### 1.1 — 2026-01-16

System Compatibility
• Support for iOS 18.0 and above, expanding device compatibility

Japanese Localization Improvements
• Optimized Japanese interface text
• Enhanced document link support

Thank you for using our app!

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