# MyCareLink Heart™

> Remote monitoring app for Medtronic heart devices with Bluetooth telemetry. (iPhone/iPad app by Medtronic, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycarelink-heart/id1187355789 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Medtronic, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/445860677)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 1,409 App Store ratings · 216 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 267 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew, Italian and 6 more
- Released: 2018-07-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycarelink-heart/id1187355789/reviews.md

## What is MyCareLink Heart™?

Patients with Medtronic heart devices that have Bluetooth® wireless telemetry can download this app for free and use it for remote monitoring. The app can be used to automatically send heart device information to your clinic – wherever you go. Cellular and Wi-Fi availability applies. To get started, contact your doctor to confirm your enrollment in the Medtronic CareLink™ network.

To learn more, visit www.MCLHeart.com.

Important Safety Information: www.medtronic.com/MCLHeartISI.

The MyCareLink Heart™ mobile app has requirements for your phone or tablet and operating system (OS) version. The app cannot transfer data between your heart device and the Medtronic CareLink™ network if those requirements are not met.

The requirements for your phone or tablet and OS version will change over time. You may need to update, or replace, your phone or tablet and OS to use the app to transfer data between your heart device and the Medtronic CareLink™ network.

Talk with your heart doctor for additional monitoring options.

All patient and clinical data are fictitious and for demonstration purposes only.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Medtronic is under license.

Medtronic, Medtronic logo, and Further, Together are trademarks of Medtronic.™ Third party brands are trademarks of their respective owners. All other brands are trademarks of a Medtronic company.

Medtronic
710 Medtronic Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604 USA
Tel: 763.514.4000
Fax: 763.514.4879
medtronic.com
Toll-free: 1.800.328.2518
(24-hour technical support for physicians and medical professionals)
UC201903123 EN ©2018 Medtronic. Minneapolis, MN. All Rights Reserved.

## Key features

- Remote heart device monitoring
- Bluetooth wireless telemetry
- Automatic data transmission to clinic
- Secure data transfer
- Requires doctor enrollment

## Chart rankings

- #189 in Top Free · Medical (US App Store)

## What do users think of MyCareLink Heart™?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💻 Convenient app instead of bedside monitor
- ⚙️ Connects well with device
- 📊 Tracks daily physical activity

**Cons**

- 🔍 Lack of access to own heart data
- 🔌 Battery drain issues
- 🔌 Requires app to be kept open constantly
- 🐛 Connectivity issues, app not working as expected
- 🕰️ Outdated app, not compatible with latest iOS

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or fails to connect
- Symptom recording not working properly
- Time zone and date/time issues

**Most requested features**

- Display heart rate, blood pressure, and other vitals
- Integrate with Apple Watch or other wearables
- Allow patients to view their own heart data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 216)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycarelink-heart/id1187355789/reviews.md

### 2/5 — App closing

*2026-08-14, version 4.3.1*

This app will shut down without notifying the user.  I will get a notification that it needs to be reopened.  I do not close this app.  This can be frustrating.

### 1/5 — your apps broken

*2026-08-12, version 4.3.1*

keeps telling me notifications are off but they are clearly on … its been like this for years fix it already

### 4/5 — Maybe time for update

*2026-07-31, version 4.3.1*

I have IPhone 16 Pro and my phone is always getting very hot even when it is laying on table with lights off and only this app open

### 1/5 — I can’t see the reports

*2026-07-21, version 4.3.1*

What the purpose of this app if I can’t see anything? 
Please change it do the patient can see the reports.

### 4/5 — Link to Health App

*2026-07-20*

I just got the app as a replacement for my bedside monitor. I live in an RV and travel so the monitor is plugged into a battery power station. I have to make sure that that battery power station is always charged in order for the monitor to operate correctly. 

So far I’m liking it. I have one issue with it. There is a place to record physical statistics like weight, etc. that doesn’t connect to the Apple Health app.. It would be so much more convenient, rather than trying to record these statistics in two places, to allow the app and Apple Health app to communicate..
So I’m giving it a four today, I’ll upgrade it to a five when this ability is implemented.

### 1/5 — Dud application

*2026-07-20*

All attempts to link this application to the Medtronic’s device have failed - the data collected is not transparent to the recipient …

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear you have had a negative experience. If you are still having issues or would like to provide feedback, please contact customer service:  
United States: 1-800-929-4043
Canada: 1-888-660-4616 
United Kingdom: +44 1923 202 543
Australia / New Zealand: 1800 644 128
Ireland: +353 143 930 683
India: 1800-419-6700
Other: Medtronic.com

### 1/5 — Interesting

*2026-07-14, version 4.3.1*

You had a security breech, bad event, thanks 🙏 for the warning, awkward that your not so secure, I had to re write my review, hard time for this procedure as it was not intention to rewrite , but only to add to it, so sorry for your lack of security 🙏🫶🏽🤩👑👑

### 1/5 — why cant i download my heart info

*2026-07-13, version 4.3.1*

why can’t i make  a choice to look at and review my own information about what this keeps on the device? i see nothing to allow this …. please fix your stuff so it works … its my ifo and if you try eula me with you can view it then you might get sued

### 3/5 — Needs reopening after phone software updates

*2026-06-26, version 4.3.1*

I’m finding it now needs reopening after phone software updates. If I don’t realise it’s closed, it can take days before I get a notification. Using iPhone 14 Pro. Update 23.6.26. Why is the MCL Heart app so flaky now? I have a loop recorder implanted. Every time there’s an iPhone update the app loses connection. It needs to be more resilient. Also, it can take a few days before alerting me its lost connection and it closes the app after a phone update. Now, it’s even failing to connect all the time when there hasn’t been a phone update and the app is open and on my home WiFi. Patients are relying on this app for vital monitoring and it’s become unfit for purpose. Do you read the reviews on the App Store?

UPDATE: I received a “developer response “ which puts the onus back on me to contact them. I’ve given all the info in my review. Others have been having similar issues for months but there doesn’t seem to have been any action to resolve. Wake up please, Developers, sort this app out.

### 3/5 — Needs reopening after phone software updates

*2026-06-23, version 4.3.1*

I’m finding it now needs reopening after phone software updates. If I don’t realise it’s closed, it can take days before I get a notification. Using iPhone 14 Pro. Update 23.6.26. Why is the MCL Heart app so flaky now? I have a loop recorder implanted. Every time there’s an iPhone update the app loses connection. It needs to be more resilient. Also, it can take a few days before alerting me its lost connection and it closes the app after a phone update. Now, it’s even failing to connect all the time when there hasn’t been a phone update and the app is open and on my home WiFi. Patients are relying on this app for vital monitoring and it’s become unfit for purpose. Do you read the reviews on the App Store?

## Frequently asked questions about MyCareLink Heart™

### What does the MyCareLink Heart™ app do?

The MyCareLink Heart™ app allows patients with compatible Medtronic heart devices to remotely monitor their heart health. It automatically sends data from your heart device to your clinic, provided you have cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity.

### How do I get started with the MyCareLink Heart™ app?

To begin using the app, you must contact your doctor to confirm your enrollment in the Medtronic CareLink™ network. Your doctor will guide you through the necessary steps to set up remote monitoring.

### Is the MyCareLink Heart™ app free to use?

Yes, the MyCareLink Heart™ app is available for download and use free of charge for eligible patients. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements associated with the application.

### What are the technical requirements for using the MyCareLink Heart™ app?

The app has specific requirements for your phone or tablet, including the operating system (OS) version. These requirements may change over time, and you might need to update or replace your device and OS to ensure data transfer functionality.

### Can I use this app with any heart device?

No, this app is specifically designed for patients with Medtronic heart devices that feature Bluetooth® wireless telemetry. You need to confirm with your doctor that your device is compatible and that you are enrolled in the Medtronic CareLink™ network.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3.1 — 2025-03-06

Thanks for using MyCareLink Heart! This release includes:
Minor updates
Performance enhancements

### 4.3.0 — 2024-11-19

Thanks for using MyCareLink Heart! This release includes:
Minor updates
Performance enhancements

### 4.2.1 — 2023-11-30

Thanks for using MyCareLink Heart! This release includes:
Minor updates
UI enhancements

### 4.2.0 — 2023-11-02

Thanks for using MyCareLink Heart! This release includes:
Minor updates
UI enhancements

### 4.0.0 — 2023-03-20

Thanks for using MyCareLink Heart! This release includes:
Minor updates
Performance enhancements

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