Lightstead: Family Management
Homeschool & family management
About
This app helps families organize their lives by combining calendars, chore management, grocery lists, meal planning, and homeschool records. It offers a central hub for family communication and memory keeping, with features tailored for homeschooling parents.
What's New in Lightstead
1.12.0
August 22, 2026
Fixed: on a new install, the household name and timezone you entered during setup could be discarded before they saved, leaving the household on a placeholder name with the day measured in UTC. New sign-ups now keep what you type. New: you can change your household name and timezone any time from the top of Settings. Neither could be changed after setup before. Also fixed: - Parents can claim their own chore points again. - The day view keeps its timeline readable when several all-day events fall on the same day. - Event lengths no longer display as "2h 60m". - Deleting a chore now closes the editor instead of reopening it on the deleted chore. - Chore buttons stack and stay readable at larger accessibility text sizes. - Google Calendar sync no longer rewrites every imported event on each run, and a calendar removed on Google's side stops retrying.
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Lightstead Pro
Everything for your whole family, on every device
FAQ
What is Lightstead?
Lightstead is a comprehensive family organization app that centralizes calendars, chore management, grocery lists, meal plans, and homeschool records. It aims to provide a calm and private space for families to manage their daily lives and educational activities.
What are the subscription costs for Lightstead?
Lightstead offers a 30-day free trial. After the trial, a Lightstead Pro subscription is required, costing $11.99 per month or $99.99 per year. This single subscription covers the entire household.
Can I cancel my Lightstead subscription?
Yes, you can manage or cancel your Lightstead subscription at any time. Auto-renewal can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period through your App Store account settings.
What devices does Lightstead support?
Lightstead is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It also offers access via the web, providing a unified account experience across multiple platforms.
Does Lightstead have ads?
No, Lightstead does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to provide a focused and uninterrupted experience for its users.
How does Lightstead handle homeschool record-keeping?
Lightstead offers detailed homeschool record-keeping, allowing users to log lessons and hours, track attendance, and record grades and test scores. It can also export transcript and portfolio PDFs, with guidance adapting to state requirements.
What is the age rating for Lightstead?
Lightstead has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and above, with parental controls available for child profiles.
How is family data managed in Lightstead?
Lightstead provides parent and child profiles with parent-controlled permissions to manage access and privacy. It also features a 'Family Mode' for shared devices, ensuring a secure and organized experience for all family members.