Great UI
Love how easy to navigate around
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What a great tracking app, I truly love it!
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Build habits and achieve goals with a private, local-first tracker. Offers multiple tracking methods like streaks, running totals, and target dates. Provides insightful data and customizable reminders without ads or accounts.
✓Multiple habit tracking methods
✓Running total and target date goals
✓Daily habit streaks
✓Activity heatmap and trend charts
✓Customizable reminders
✓Focus timer
✓Local-first data privacy
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What's New in Onward
1.4
August 17, 2026
Onward now works from your Home Screen and Lock Screen. Long-press your Home Screen, tap the + button, and search for Onward to add a widget — check off habits, log a running total, or see your streak and pace without opening the app.
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FAQ
What are the different ways to track progress in Onward?
Onward offers four distinct tracking methods: Daily Habit for streaks, Running Total for cumulative counts, Target by Date for paced goals, and Resolution for one-time achievements with customizable tracking.
Does Onward have ads?
No, Onward is completely ad-free. The app is designed with privacy in mind and does not display any advertisements.
What are the benefits of Onward Pro?
Onward Pro removes the goal limit and unlocks the full Insights dashboard, Weekly Review, timed habits with a Focus timer, Apple Health import, CSV import/export, multiple reminders per habit, and Resolution progress tracking. It's a one-time purchase, not a subscription.
How does Onward handle user data privacy?
Onward is local-first, meaning your data is stored on your device. There is no account creation, sign-in, analytics, or tracking. iCloud sync uses your private iCloud, and Apple Health import is opt-in and read-only.
Can I edit past entries in Onward?
Yes, Onward provides a full calendar history that you can edit and backfill, allowing you to adjust past entries as needed.
What devices is Onward available on?
Onward is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with iCloud sync across your own devices.
How often is Onward updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on July 30, 2026, indicating active development and regular updates.
What is the age rating for Onward?
Onward has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.