# Golden: UV Index & Tan Timer — Track UV, Tanning & Vitamin D

> UV index tracker and smart tanning timer with personalized safety estimates. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicholas Glidden.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golden-uv-index-and-tan-timer/id6765486675 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nicholas Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800085542)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.4 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hungarian, Italian and 13 more
- Released: 2026-05-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golden-uv-index-and-tan-timer/id6765486675/reviews.md

## What is Golden?

Golden helps you make the most of every sunny day — safely.

Real-time UV, a smart tanning timer, and every session logged to Apple Health. Golden knows your skin type, your SPF, and where you're tanning, so every estimate is personal to you.

Your UV, on your Home Screen
Widgets put today's UV index and hourly curve where you'll actually see it — four sizes, matched to your app theme, tracking the sun through the day on their own.

Know when to go out
Today's UV at a glance, with an hourly forecast, sunrise and sunset, cloud cover, rain chance and feels-like temperature. See exactly when UV peaks — and when it's worth waiting.

Tan smarter, not longer
Golden calculates a safe exposure window from your Fitzpatrick skin type, your SPF, and whether you're at the beach, the pool, or in the backyard.

Flip reminders that actually help
Golden times each side and taps you when it's time to turn. Front, back and sides tracked separately, so you can see exactly how your session broke down.

Follow along from your Lock Screen
A running session appears in the Dynamic Island and on your Lock Screen as a live flip countdown — no need to keep the app open, or keep checking your phone.

Vitamin D, estimated and saved
Every session produces a Vitamin D estimate from UV and duration, written straight to Apple Health alongside your time in daylight.

Made yours
Eighteen colour themes. Your default SPF, your usual spot, and an alert when UV turns dangerous.

Golden is a sun-awareness tool, not a medical device. All estimates are guidance. If you have a skin condition or take photosensitising medication, speak to a dermatologist.

Golden+
Unlock the 7-day forecast, multiple locations, and unlimited activities. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage or cancel any time in Settings.

Privacy Policy: https://oncedevelopment.com/privacy
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Real-time UV index tracking
- Smart tanning timer with flip reminders
- Personalized safety estimates
- Home Screen widgets for UV forecast
- Vitamin D estimation
- Customizable themes and alerts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Golden+ Monthly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Golden+ | $9.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golden-uv-index-and-tan-timer/id6765486675/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best app for tanning

*2026-07-29*

Exactly what I’ve been looking for!!! So nice to see the UV and compare it with my skin tone to perfectly time and track my tanning schedule. 💅

### 3/5 — Avis

*2026-07-20*

Bonne app pour comprendre le bronzage et pour calculer quand bronzer mais c’est dommage qu’on ne peu pas laisser le minuter en arrière-plan. Des qu’on quitte l’app le minuteur se mets en pause.

## Frequently asked questions about Golden

### What is Golden's main purpose?

Golden is a sun-awareness tool designed to help you safely enjoy sunny days. It provides real-time UV index tracking, a smart tanning timer with flip reminders, and personalized safety estimates based on your skin type and SPF.

### Does Golden have ads?

No, Golden does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for premium features.

### What are the benefits of Golden+?

Golden+ unlocks the 7-day forecast, allows tracking for multiple locations, and supports unlimited activities. It also offers a 3-day free trial for monthly and annual subscription plans.

### How does Golden estimate Vitamin D?

Each tanning session in Golden produces a Vitamin D estimate based on the UV exposure and duration. This estimate is then written directly to Apple Health alongside your recorded time in daylight.

### Can I see the UV forecast on my phone without opening the app?

Yes, Golden offers Home Screen widgets in four sizes that display the current UV index and hourly curve. These widgets are designed to be visible and track the sun's progression throughout the day.

### How often is Golden updated?

The latest version of Golden is 1.2.0, which was last updated on July 29, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle for the application.

### What devices is Golden compatible with?

Golden is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How do I cancel my Golden+ subscription?

Subscriptions for Golden+ renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time within your device's Settings.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-29

Localization support, better launch screen.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-21

Improved design, app functionality, and widgets!

### 1.0.0 — 2026-05-12

No release notes.

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## More apps by Nicholas Glidden

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All apps by Nicholas Glidden: https://appshunter.io/developer/1800085542

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