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Setting Up Notifications

Get timely reminders while keeping your health information private.

Privacy First

All notifications are generated on your device. Lova doesn't use push notification servers - your reminder schedule stays completely private and works even in airplane mode.

Available Notifications

Period Reminders

Get notified 1-3 days before your predicted period starts

Daily Logging

Build a tracking habit with daily reminders at your chosen time

Fertile Window

Alerts for fertility tracking (optional feature)

Medication Reminders

For birth control or other medications

1

Enable Period Reminders

  1. 1. Go to Settings → Notifications
  2. 2. Enable Period Reminder
  3. 3. Choose timing: 1, 2, or 3 days before
  4. 4. Set preferred time of day
2

Set Up Daily Logging

Build a tracking habit with consistent reminders:

  1. 1. Enable Daily Reminder
  2. 2. Set your preferred time (evening recommended)
  3. 3. Choose which days (daily, weekdays, or custom)
3

Add Medication Reminders (Optional)

For birth control or other medications:

  1. 1. Go to Notifications → Medications
  2. 2. Tap Add Medication
  3. 3. Set time(s) and days
  4. 4. Choose alert sound

Keep Notifications Discreet

Custom Message Text

Change what notifications say (e.g., 'Check Lova')

Hide Preview

Show only app name, no sensitive details

Silent Mode

Badge only, no sound or banner

Customize for Privacy

Go to Notifications → Privacy to customize message text and hide sensitive details from lock screen previews.

Troubleshooting

Check Lova has notification permission in device settings
Ensure notifications are enabled in Lova settings
Check Do Not Disturb isn't blocking notifications
On Android, disable battery optimization for Lova

Android Battery Optimization

Some Android devices aggressively kill background apps. Add Lova to your battery optimization whitelist for reliable notifications.

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