# Gratitude: Daily Companion — Journal, Pet & Garden

> Journal, Pet & Garden (iPhone/iPad app by Robbe Van Lierde.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gratitude-daily-companion/id6755781418 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robbe Van Lierde](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856268897)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 91 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-01
- Data updated: 2026-05-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gratitude-daily-companion/id6755781418/reviews.md

## What is Gratitude?

Stop comparing. Start appreciating.

Meet Gratitude, your new self-care companion. In a world that constantly pushes us to want more, Gratitude helps you appreciate what is already there. It is a cozy digital sanctuary where taking care of your pet means taking care of yourself. We turn the daily habit of reflection into a rewarding, peaceful experience that you will actually look forward to.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE GRATITUDE

Nurture Your Mindset
Journaling shouldn't feel like a chore. Answer one simple, guided question each day to clear your mind. No pressure, just a moment of calm.

Grow Together
Adopt a cute pet companion that evolves as you maintain your habit. Feed them, bathe them, and keep them happy simply by showing up for yourself.

Create Your Sanctuary
Turn your moments of gratitude into beautiful rewards. Unlock plants, cozy furniture, and interactive hobbies to build a garden that reflects your peace of mind.

Connect in a Healthy Way
Use the new Social tab to add trusted friends via a simple code, send gentle nudges, and stay accountable together. No public feed, no likes, no pressure—just quiet support from people you choose.

WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR FREE?

You can start your journey completely for free:

• Your own pet companion to name and care for.
• Daily guided journaling prompts to spark positivity.
• Interactive Hobbies: Watch your pet play football, read books, or work out.
• A starter garden to decorate and make your own.
• Social Tab (Neighbors): Add friends with a code and send soft reminders to check in.
• Secure, private storage for your reflections tied to your personal device/account.

GRATITUDE PREMIUM (Optional Subscription)

Want to take your self-care to the next level? Support the app and unlock the full experience:

• Dress Up: Access exclusive outfits, hats, and glasses.
• Full Garden Access: Unlock all premium furniture, plants, and seasonal items.
• AI Companion Chat: Have heartfelt conversations, keep the context throughout the day, and save your favorite insights forever.
• Unlimited History: Look back on your entire journey and see how far you have come.

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

If you choose to unlock Gratitude Premium, payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Privacy Policy: https://gratitude.van-lierde.com/privacy.html

Start growing your happiness today.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2025-12-23

This update is all about making the app feel smoother and more reliable day to day.

New
• Full in-app tutorial that guides first-time users through the core features.
• Improved premium flow: refreshed Premium modal + Win-back offer when premium expires.
• New character content: the Dragon is here.
• New backgrounds added.

Improvements
• Shop items now work reliably across all characters and equipment slots.
• Social screen redesigned for a cleaner, more engaging community experience.
• Better offline-first behavior with more consistent local saves and sync.

Fixes
• Streak restore logic is now more reliable.
• Community Wishlist UI fixes (title layout + close button behavior).
• Multiple stability and UX fixes across onboarding, inventory/equipment, and premium handling.

Thanks for growing with us!

### 1.1.9 — 2025-12-16

This update is all about making the app feel smoother and more reliable day to day.

What improved
• Smoother pet moods: mood changes feel more natural with fewer weird fades or “pop” effects.
• Wardrobe looks better: accessories stay stable and clean while your pet changes mood.
• More reliable offline use: progress and daily limits behave more consistently when you’re offline.
• Streaks & timers: less “random” behavior, more accurate day-to-day tracking.
• General polish: small bug fixes + performance improvements across the app.

Thanks for growing with us!

### 1.1.8 — 2025-12-16

This release focuses on stability, faster loading, and a more reliable offline experience.

Improvements & Fixes
• Faster startup: improved asset preloading to reduce missing visuals and pop-in.
• Navigation fixes: fewer black flashes and smoother screen transitions.
• Offline-first upgrades: pet stats, goals, and progress save more consistently and sync smarter when you’re back online.
• Streak & rewards: more consistent day-to-day tracking and claiming behavior.
• Notifications: improved scheduling/cancel behavior and preference persistence.
• General UI polish, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

Thanks for growing with us!

### 1.1.4 — 2025-12-12

We’ve given the app a fresh makeover and added a clever new companion! This update focuses on stability, visual polish, and making your social connection rock-solid.

New Features:

Meet the Fox: A new friend has arrived! You can now equip the Fox body style to accompany you on your journey.

Fresh New Look: We’ve completely redesigned the Settings, Insights, and Modal screens. Enjoy a cleaner, softer, and more modern theme that makes navigating your progress a joy.

Improvements & Fixes:

Friend Codes Fixed: We fixed a critical bug where friend codes would change on restart. Your code is now permanent and syncs securely with the cloud, making it easier to stay connected with neighbors.

Smarter Subscriptions: The app now perfectly syncs your Premium status with the App Store. If your subscription ends, the app updates immediately—no more confusion.

Goal Setting Polished: The "Add Goal" screen now moves up automatically when you type. Your keyboard won't hide your text anymore, making it easier to set your intentions for the day.

General Polish: Various UI tweaks and performance improvements to keep your experience smooth.

Thank you for growing with us!

### 1.1.3 — 2025-12-10

We’ve made a huge update to make your journey smoother, smarter, and more social!

New Features:

• Friend Profiles: Tap on a neighbor to see their pet up close! You can now check their stats (Hunger, Hygiene, Energy), view their streak, and send a Nudge instantly.

• Smarter Sync: Built for the real world. Your goals and journal entries now save perfectly while offline and merge automatically when you reconnect. No more lost progress!

Improvements & Fixes:

• Daily Goals Fixed: Your goals (like "Drink Water") now properly reset every morning for fresh XP.

• Smoother Loading: Your companion is smarter and only "Connects to the stars" when actually fetching a new question.

• Enhanced Privacy: The "Delete Account" function now performs a complete wipe, instantly removing all local and cloud data.

• Onboarding: Fixed an issue where selected goals didn't save correctly.

Thank you for growing with us!

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