Intention Tracking [iOS]

Learn how to set up and use Intention Tracking on iOS to add an extra layer of reflection before opening distracting apps, helping you stay focused on your actual goals.

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💡 Please note: Intention Tracking is currently only available on the iPhone and iPad versions of one sec. We’re working hard on bringing this functionality to other platforms as well!

1. Set up Intention Tracking

You can configure one sec to ask you why you are opening an app. This adds an additional reflection step after the breathing exercise.

  1. Open one sec.

  2. Go to Customize → Intention Tracking.

  3. Enable either "Ask for intention" or "Always type intention".

The intention picker will now be displayed right after the intervention has been completed.

2. The Intention Picker

When enabled, one sec will ask you to select your intention after completing the intervention.

This acts as an additional barrier and helps you reflect on why you really want to open that app: Do you have a proper reason, or are you just opening it because you’re stressed? Or tired?

  • You can select from a pre-defined list of intentions.

  • You can also add new, custom intentions via the text field at the bottom of the picker.

3. Edit Intentions per App

If you want to customize the available intentions for a specific app:

  1. Go to the detail page of the app in one sec for which you would like to edit intentions.

  2. Scroll down to the Intention section.

  3. Swipe left on an intention to unveil the edit / deletion menu.

4. Edit Intentions and assigned Emojis (Global)

You can also manage all your intentions and their emojis in one place:

  1. Open one sec’s Customize → Intention Tracking → Edit Intentions list.

  2. You’ll see a list of all intentions currently assigned to your apps.

  3. You can edit the text and assign new emojis to them—whatever you think works best for you!

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5. Intention Reminder Notifications

If both Intention Tracking and App Closing Reminder Notifications are set up, one sec will send you a reminder notification a few minutes after opening the target app.

This notification reminds you about your initial intention, helping you stay focused and checking if you’re still doing what you initially planned to do.