Tether - Rewind & Ground
Come back to yourself
About
This app offers immediate grounding techniques and sensory exercises to help manage anxiety and overwhelm. It provides guided breathing, haptic rhythms, calming soundscapes, creative outlets, and short stories to promote mental well-being. An anonymous community space is also available for peer support.
What's New in Tether
1.0
July 30, 2026
FAQ
What is Tether?
Tether is a free grounding companion designed to help users manage moments of overwhelm, anxiety, or spiraling. It offers immediate techniques to steady the nervous system and bring users back to the present.
Does Tether have ads?
No, Tether is completely ad-free. It is a free tool provided by The Catori Foundation, ensuring that support in hard moments is accessible without advertisements.
Can I use Tether offline?
Yes, the exercises, sounds, stories, and emergency sequence within Tether are designed to work offline. This ensures you can access its support even without an internet connection.
Is Tether suitable for all ages?
Tether is intended for ages 13 and up. It is not a substitute for professional care, and users in crisis are encouraged to contact crisis hotlines.
How does Tether protect user privacy?
Tether is built for privacy, learning through user patterns without collecting personal identity information. It does not track location, require a full name, or create profiles, and users can delete their data instantly.
What kind of grounding exercises does Tether offer?
Tether offers a variety of grounding and sensory exercises, including guided breathing resets, haptic rhythms, pressure-based tools using your own body, calming soundscapes, and ambient music.
What is the Tether Community feature?
The Tether Community is an anonymous space where users can connect with others experiencing similar challenges. All messages are moderated, identities are anonymous, and users have the ability to block others.
How often is Tether updated?
Tether was last updated on July 30, 2026, with version 1.0. As a new release, users can expect ongoing updates to improve features and address any issues.
