Getting Started with Timefully

Welcome to Timefully—your meditation timer designed to help you build a consistent and meaningful practice. This guide walks you through everything you need to get started, from download to your first session.

Download from the App Store

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Search for Timefully or visit the direct link from our website.
  3. Tap Get or Install to download the app.
  4. Once installed, tap the Timefully icon to launch.

First Launch Walkthrough

When you first open Timefully, you'll see a brief onboarding flow designed to personalize your experience:

  1. Welcome screen – Introduces the app's purpose and clutter-free design philosophy.
  2. Practice type – Choose how you plan to use Timefully (meditation, breathing, mindfulness).
  3. Frequency goals – Set how often you'd like to practice (daily, a few times a week, etc.).

You can skip or adjust these steps later in Settings. Take your time—the choices help tailor your home screen and statistics.

Choosing Your Practice Type

Timefully supports different practice types to match your intention:

  • Meditation – Traditional seated meditation with optional bells, segments, and ambient sounds.
  • Breathing – Guided breathing exercises with timed intervals.
  • Mindfulness – Open-ended sessions for mindful awareness without a fixed duration.

Select the type that best matches your intention. This helps personalize your experience, statistics, and achievement tracking.

Setting Frequency Goals

  1. During onboarding (or later in Settings), tap Goals or Frequency.
  2. Choose how many days per week you want to practice (e.g., 3, 5, or 7).
  3. Optionally set a preferred time of day for reminders.

Tip: Start with a modest goal (e.g., 3 days per week) and increase gradually. Consistency matters more than intensity when building a meditation habit.

Running Your First Session

  1. From the home screen, tap Start or use the default preset.
  2. The timer will begin with a start bell (if enabled in Settings).
  3. Meditate until the session ends—you'll hear an end bell.
  4. Optionally add a mood and notes after the session for reflection.

Note: You can pause and resume at any time. Tap the pause button if you need a short break. Paused time is not counted toward your session duration.

Exploring the Home Screen

After your first session, take a moment to explore:

  • Home screen – Shows your tree, recent sessions, and quick-start options.
  • Presets – Tap to view presets. Swipe or tap to start a session.
  • Statistics – View your progress, charts, streaks, and mood history.
  • Settings – Customize bells, sounds, profiles, and more.

Need more help?

Need more help? Contact us at hi@timefully.co—we're happy to assist.