Do I need a smartwatch or heart-rate monitor?
No. PulseWaves plays a full live session on its own, from a steady resting-heart-rate baseline. Connect through Android Health Connect (most Wear OS watches, Fitbit and Google Fit sources) or pair a Bluetooth heart-rate monitor directly, and it switches to your real, live pulse — the best experience, but never required.
Which wearables and health apps are supported?
Anything that shares heart rate through Android's Health Connect — most Wear OS watches, Fitbit and Google Fit sources — works on every plan. Premium+ also lets you pair a Bluetooth heart-rate monitor directly. Native Samsung Health and Huawei Health integrations are on our roadmap, not available yet.
Does PulseWaves work offline?
Yes — the live music engine runs fully on-device, so sessions work without an internet connection. You'll only need connectivity for ads on the Free plan and to manage your subscription.
Is my heart-rate data private?
Your heart rate is used to shape each live session on your device. PulseWaves also uses standard analytics, crash reporting, and — on the Free plan — ads. Read the full Privacy Policy for exactly what's collected and shared.
Is PulseWaves a medical device?
No. PulseWaves is a wellness and entertainment app. It does not diagnose, treat, monitor or cure any medical condition, and it isn't a substitute for professional care.
What's the real difference between Free, Pro and Premium+?
Free covers Focus and Relax with 4 instruments and 25-minute sessions. Pro ($1.99/mo) removes the session limit, adds Sleep and Power Nap, and drops ads from Pomodoro. Premium+ ($4.99/mo) unlocks every mode, all 10 instruments, all 4 visualizers, and direct Bluetooth connection.
What changes when I connect a wearable?
Without one, PulseWaves plays from a steady baseline pulse — every mode still works. Connect a wearable and tempo, texture and the visualizer shift live with your real heartbeat, which is what AutoBiosonic mode is built to react to.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Subscriptions are billed and managed through Google Play — cancel whenever you like, no phone calls or forms.