# Transparent App

> Identify hidden assumptions in daily messages to improve critical thinking. (iPhone/iPad app by Assumptions Institute.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transparent-app/id1146683928 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Assumptions Institute](https://appshunter.io/developer/1146683927)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transparent-app/id1146683928/reviews.md

## What is Transparent App?

Everyone assumes certain basic things to be true. It is not a question of IF you assume, but HOW you assume and whether your assumptions are true. Our deepest assumptions control everything we say, everything we do, and everything we think. It is important that we get them right.

Learn to see through the complex issues of our day like a superhero with x-ray vision. With a little practice you can find the hidden assumptions in the messages you encounter daily in as little as 20 seconds! You can tell whether those messages are true, not based on the message itself, but based on the message behind the message - its hidden assumptions. So simple a middle schooler can use it, but so powerful that adults will find how the power of assumptions affects everything in their public lives.

Based on the innovative, ground-breaking new book, "Transparent: How to See Through the Powerful Assumptions That Control You," the "Transparent" app gives you the ability to discover the hidden assumptions in your own life. It also allows you to see through the assumptions in the things you read like in a book, article, or webpage; the things you watch like in a TV show or movie; or the things you hear like in a classroom lecture, talk radio, lyrics in a song, or talk radio. You'll never watch the news, read an article, or listen to a conversation the same way again!

## Key features

- Identify hidden assumptions
- Analyze daily messages
- Improve critical thinking
- Understand underlying truths
- Analyze various media

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transparent-app/id1146683928/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Grateful

*2024-10-20*

I was able to apply a song I heard on the Transparent App and was able to discern the reality of the assumption the song was based on . It was quick, easy and helpful.

### 1/5 — Religious nonsense

*2023-10-22*

This app is religious indoctrination, not educational. There is no perception of God because it’s not real. Faith isn’t fact! Sorry! This app should be banned with false information and pushing innocent children to believe in myths that are purposely confusing so the person questioning is not sure what to believe. Religion is not facts at all. No scientific data shows truth. Facts are facts and can’t be changed with faith. Parents keep your children away from this app. It is dangerous for children or weak minded people. Stay away from it please!

### 1/5 — Religious propaganda

*2021-05-13*

This app is religious propaganda disguised as an objective educational tool. It is designed not to get someone to think critically, but to accept overly simplified, religious dogma. Avoid.

**Developer response:** Congratulations!  You have discovered an important feature of core assumptions.  Every core assumption is religious in nature.  What we assume to be real is something we don't question, isn't provable, and we accept it to be real (and, therefore, true) on faith.  We all do it.  We just do it differently.  

Each possible core assumption is mutually exclusive, so only one of them can be true.  The core assumption that best matches the actual, real world is the one that is true.  But what is really real is something we don't fully know, because we are not all-knowing.  Also, we are part of reality, so we can't objectively grasp it in its entirety.  Everyone reaches the limit of what they know and don't know.  At that limit we all have to assume something to be real that we don't know.  We don't question it.  We can't prove it.  And we accept that it is real on faith.  We don't know it is real.  We trust that it is real.  

Every person is a person of faith at the level of their core assumption about what is real.  This is what the Transparent App helps us reveal so we can be more discerning.  This and more is covered in the ground-breaking, critically-acclaimed book "Transparent: How to See Through the Powerful Assumptions That Control You." (www.TheTransparentBook.com).  "Transparent" introduces the Critical Assumptions Test which is automated in the Transparent App.

### 5/5 — Great tool

*2017-04-24*

You and your student need this! I have found this a great teaching tool to help my grandchildren pick out the underlying assumptions of movies or YouTube clips our music videos. There is only one source of truth but lies abound seeking to distract and supplant. This tool helps to pull the covers back quickly.

## Frequently asked questions about Transparent App

### What is the learning methodology of Transparent App?

Transparent App focuses on developing the ability to identify hidden assumptions within messages. It teaches users to analyze information from various sources, including text, visual media, and spoken word, to uncover underlying beliefs and biases.

### How does Transparent App track user progress?

The app's description does not specify a formal progress tracking system. However, users can gauge their improvement by their increasing ability to quickly identify assumptions in daily communications.

### Does Transparent App offer any certifications?

Transparent App does not mention offering any certifications upon completion of its learning modules. Its primary goal is to equip users with practical skills for analyzing information.

### What is the user sentiment for Transparent App?

Transparent App has a rating of 3.7 stars from 7 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its user base.

### Is Transparent App free to use?

Yes, Transparent App is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core features.

### What devices is Transparent App compatible with?

Transparent App is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for the iOS ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for Transparent App?

Transparent App has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, from young children to adults.

### How often is Transparent App updated?

The latest version of Transparent App, 3.0, was last updated on February 7, 2023. This indicates a relatively infrequent update cycle.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2023-02-07

Latest iOS cersion compatibility

### 2.3 — 2021-01-15

Wording changed in the “People Questions” section.

### 2.2 — 2020-06-10

- Updated to the latest iOS versions
- Minor improvements.

### 2.1 — 2020-04-24

- Minor text updates

### 2.0 — 2020-04-16

- UI revamp and improvements to the overall design
- App is now compatible with latest iOS versions and iPhone models

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