WaterTracker Setup and Usage Guide

This guide mirrors the real WaterTracker app flow: setup goal, configure reminders, manage drinks, log intake, monitor trends, and secure/backup your data.

Start from Home Dashboard

Open the app and begin with the dashboard. It shows your current progress and helps you quickly start logging.

1Open Home and review your current day progress.
2Tap unit area to toggle ml and oz when needed.
3Use quick-add actions to log your first drink.
WaterTracker home dashboard showing intake progress
Dashboard with progress ring and unit toggle

Add Drink Consumed Details

Use Fluid Intake Entry to capture what you consumed with date/time control and per-drink quantity.

1Open Fluid Intake Entry from Home or quick actions.
2Pick date/time if you are recording older intake.
3Tap drink cards and save once the intake list is complete.
Fluid intake entry screen for adding consumed drinks
Detailed intake entry screen

Set Goal and Reminder Schedule

Configure hydration target and reminder timings so the app can support your routine consistently.

1Set your daily hydration goal in preferred unit.
2Add reminder times matching your day structure.
3Configure follow-up and sound preference for missed reminders.
Hydration reminder and goal setup screen
Goal and reminder configuration

Manage Drink Types

Customize drink list to match your routine so logging becomes faster and more accurate.

1Open Manage Drinks from entry or settings flow.
2Edit or reorder your most-used drink types.
3Reset to defaults if you want to start over.
Manage drink types screen in WaterTracker
Manage drinks list and quick controls

Create Custom Drink and Volume

Add your own drink type with icon, color, and volume for precise hydration tracking.

1Choose Add Drink in Manage Drinks.
2Enter label and volume in ml/oz context.
3Pick icon and color, then save and use it in logs.
Create custom drink type and volume in WaterTracker
Custom drink creation flow

Backup and Restore Data

Use backup and restore when changing devices or before major changes so hydration history stays safe.

1Open Backup & Restore screen from configuration.
2Create backup and confirm latest timestamp.
3Restore only from trusted backup points.
Backup and restore page showing backup options
Backup and restore workflow

Enable Fluid Widgets

Widgets help you check intake and stay engaged from your device home screen.

1Enable available fluid widget from widget settings.
2Pin widget on home screen for quick glance.
3Use widget as a daily habit reinforcement surface.
Fluid intake widget preview from WaterTracker
Fluid Intake widget support

Personalize Appearance

Choose theme and appearance options to make the app feel natural for long-term use.

1Open Appearance settings from Home menu.
2Preview available themes and pick one that fits your style.
3Apply appearance and continue tracking with same data.
WaterTracker appearance and theme screen
Appearance customization and theme choices

Protect Data with Privacy Controls

WaterTracker follows local-first design. Add lock controls for extra protection when sharing your device.

1Enable PIN lock from configuration.
2Enable biometric unlock after PIN is configured.
3Review privacy policy and terms for the complete data model.
WaterTracker privacy-first data protection message
Privacy-first experience with lock options

Quick FAQ

Do I need an account to use WaterTracker?

No. Core tracking flow is designed to work without account signup.

Can I track custom drinks and custom volume values?

Yes. Manage Drinks lets you add your own drink types with icon, color, and volume.

Does WaterTracker support ml and oz?

Yes. Unit preference can be toggled in the app and is reflected in tracking views.

Where should I start if I am new?

Start with goal setup, then reminders, then drink list. After that, use trends weekly to improve consistency.