Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an account?

No. RunCadence has no sign-up, no login, and no server-side accounts. The app runs entirely in your browser.

Should I use the browser or the Android app?

Either — it is the same app. In your browser it runs instantly, with nothing to install, and works fully offline. The Android app (on Google Play) does everything the browser version does and can also import your runs automatically from Health Connect, so you do not have to type them in. Both keep your data on your device.

How does importing from Health Connect work?

Only the Android app does this. With your permission it reads your workouts and their distances from Health Connect and adds them as runs. Everything happens on your device — nothing is uploaded. Health Connect only shares roughly your last 30 days, so older workouts still need to be entered manually or imported from a JSON/CSV file.

Where is my data stored?

In your browser’s local storage on the device you are using — the Android app stores runs the same way, on the device. It is not synced to a cloud, not shared with anyone, and not transmitted off the device.

Can I sync runs across devices?

Not automatically. You can export a JSON file on one device (Settings → Export) and import it on another. Future sync may be added but it will always be opt-in.

How do I back up my runs?

Use Settings → Export to download a JSON or CSV file. Keep it somewhere safe — a password manager attachment, a personal cloud folder, or a USB drive.

What happens if I clear my browser data?

Your runs are deleted. Always export periodically if you want a backup.

Why did my runs disappear on my iPhone?

Safari deletes a site’s stored data after seven days of Safari use in which you have not opened that site. It applies to every kind of browser storage, so it is not something an app can avoid by storing things differently. Adding RunCadence to your Home Screen exempts it — Home Screen apps keep their data — and exporting a backup protects you either way. The Android app and Chrome are not affected.

Does RunCadence track my location?

No. There is no GPS, no map, no location prompt. You enter distances manually, the way a paper log works.

Is RunCadence free?

Yes, and it always will be. There is no paid tier and nothing to upgrade to.

How do I send feedback?

Open Settings → Feedback in the app to report a bug, suggest a feature, or rate RunCadence. Bug and feature reports open a pre-filled email in your own mail client — nothing is sent without you pressing send. You can also email info@run-cadence.de directly. Suggestions, bug reports, and feature requests are all welcome.