Pulse Support
What is Pulse?
Pulse is a simple, vibrant interval timer for Apple Watch and iPhone — perfect for any timed workout with repetitions. Set your exercise duration, rest period, and number of reps — then hit Start and let Pulse guide your training with haptic feedback and optional sound alerts.
How to Use
Setting Up a Session
- Open the app and adjust your Exercise duration (5–300 seconds)
- Set your Rest period (0–120 seconds)
- Choose the number of Repetitions (1–50)
- Tap Start — a 3-2-1 countdown begins before your session
During a Session
- The circular progress ring drains as each interval counts down
- Haptic feedback signals each transition between exercise and rest
- Tap Pause to pause, or Stop to end the session early
Completion
When all repetitions are done, a completion screen shows your session summary. Tap OK to return to setup.
Customizing Settings
- Open Settings (gear icon)
- Choose vibration patterns for interval start and end
- Set exercise sounds (start & end) — sounds only play during exercise, not rest
- Save your preferred default values for exercise, rest, and repetitions
Key Features
- Exercise and rest interval timer with customizable repetitions
- 3-2-1 countdown before session starts
- Circular progress ring that drains in real time
- 3 haptic vibration patterns for start and end signals
- Optional sound alerts for exercise segments
- Works on Apple Watch (standalone — no iPhone required) and iPhone/iPad
- Supports light and dark mode on iOS
- Digital Crown support on Apple Watch
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an account?
No. Pulse requires no account — your settings are stored directly on your device.
Is an internet connection required?
No. Pulse works entirely offline — no network connection is ever needed.
Does Pulse track my location?
No. Pulse does not use or request location data.
Does Pulse collect personal data?
No. Pulse is privacy-friendly:
- No personal accounts
- No data collection
- No tracking
- All data stays locally on your device
If you delete the app, your data is removed with it.
Privacy Policy
Pulse respects your privacy:
- No analytics tracking
- No personal data storage
- No third-party data sharing
- Settings remain on your device only
If you delete the app, all local data is erased automatically.