# StakeUp: Smart Alarm — Photo Proof for Heavy Sleepers

> Commitment alarm app that uses photo proof and virtual currency for accountability. (iPhone/iPad app by Adilet Malikov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stakeup-smart-alarm/id6808198203 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Adilet Malikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896262516)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 105 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-23
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stakeup-smart-alarm/id6808198203/reviews.md

## What is StakeUp?

What if ignoring your alarm had an immediate in-app consequence?

StakeUp is a wake-up commitment alarm for heavy sleepers and chronic snoozers. Set a one-time wake-up time, reserve virtual Stakes, then prove you got out of bed with a live photo. Meet Cluck, your rooster companion for a more accountable morning.

START WITH 100 FREE STAKES

Every new anonymous profile receives exactly 100 free Stakes. An active StakeUp Pro subscription is required to use the app and lock alarms. Plans and localized prices appear before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled in Apple subscription settings.

Choose 5, 10, or 20 Stakes for a commitment. Matching proof returns the reserved Stakes. Clearly invalid proof or no proof before the deadline burns them. If verification or the platform is uncertain, your Stakes are returned.

BUILD REAL MOMENTUM

Successful commitments increase wins and streak. The first successful commitment each calendar day earns 10 XP per Stake at risk: 50 XP for 5 Stakes, 100 XP for 10, or 200 XP for 20. Later successes that day still build wins and streak, but earn no extra XP. Level up every 500 XP and compare progress on one global leaderboard ranked by XP, wins, and current streak—not by wallet balance or purchases.

HOW STAKEUP WORKS

1. SET YOUR ALARM

Choose one wake-up time from 10 minutes to 24 hours ahead. Pick your alarm sound and lock your commitment.

2. CHOOSE YOUR PROOF

Pick your bathroom sink, an open fridge, or outside.

3. PUT STAKES AT RISK

Reserve 5, 10, or 20 Stakes from your balance.

4. GET UP AND PROVE IT

At your wake-up time, open proof and use your rear camera to photograph your chosen target within five minutes. You have one retake before the deadline. Photo-library uploads are not accepted.

5. SEE YOUR RESULT

See your Stakes returned or burned, your earned XP, and your updated progress. Dismissing the alarm or deleting the app does not cancel a locked commitment.

OPTIONAL STAKE STORE

If you run low, you may buy one of five consumable Stake packs through Apple. Apple shows the localized price before purchase. Stakes appear in your balance after purchase verification. Stake packs do not buy XP, wins, streak, level, or leaderboard position.

ABOUT STAKES

Stakes are virtual in-app currency with no cash value. They cannot be transferred, gifted, redeemed, converted into currency, or cashed out. Commitment outcomes never create money or prizes.

No signup form. Just one clear wake-up commitment at a time. Requires an iPhone running iOS 16.4 or later and an internet connection for setup and proof verification. System alarms use AlarmKit on iOS 26 or later. Older iOS versions use notification reminders that Silent Mode, Focus or notification settings can silence or delay. Set a backup alarm in Apple Clock; missed proof still burns your reserved Stakes.

StakeUp.

Wake up. Prove it. Keep your Stakes.

PRIVACY POLICY, TERMS OF USE & SUPPORT

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NOP7otQTPtiQrRTM84gyEdEreZFUnW4lUmJtGIms28g/edit?usp=sharing

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

Support: support@devlight.fit

## Key features

- Live photo proof of waking up
- Virtual currency (Stakes) at risk
- XP and leveling system
- Global leaderboard
- Customizable alarm sounds
- Commitment streaks

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StakeUp Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| StakeUp Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| StakeUp Pro Monthly Offer | $12.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Stakes | $80.00 | one-time |
| 10 Stakes | $10.00 | one-time |
| 20 Stakes | $20.00 | one-time |
| 5 Stakes | $5.00 | one-time |
| 50 Stakes | $45.00 | one-time |


## Is StakeUp safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess StakeUp.

## Is StakeUp legit?

StakeUp: Smart Alarm appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for StakeUp is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stakeup-smart-alarm/id6808198203/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super useful and funny!

*2026-09-21*

This app has been helping me stop snoozing my alarm, and the mascot is awesome! Love this app

## Frequently asked questions about StakeUp

### Does StakeUp have ads?

StakeUp does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for additional virtual currency.

### How does StakeUp work?

You set an alarm, choose a proof location (like a bathroom sink), and put virtual Stakes at risk. At wake-up time, you must take a live photo of the location within five minutes to keep your Stakes. Failure burns them.

### What are Stakes in StakeUp?

Stakes are virtual in-app currency with no real-world cash value. They are used as a commitment to prove you've woken up. Successful proof returns your Stakes, while failure burns them.

### Can I buy Stakes in StakeUp?

Yes, you can purchase consumable Stake packs through Apple if you run low. These purchases do not affect your XP, wins, streak, level, or leaderboard position.

### What happens if I miss the photo proof deadline in StakeUp?

If you fail to provide valid photo proof before the deadline, the Stakes you reserved for that commitment will be burned. This applies even if you dismiss the alarm or delete the app.

### What devices does StakeUp support?

StakeUp requires an iPhone running iOS 16.4 or later. It uses AlarmKit on iOS 26 or later for system alarms.

### How do I cancel my StakeUp Pro subscription?

Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled. You can cancel your StakeUp Pro subscription in your Apple subscription settings to prevent future charges.

### What is the age rating for StakeUp?

StakeUp has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on productivity and habit formation.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-09-20

No release notes.

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