Frequently Asked Questions

SimpleCounter is a free online counting tool that helps you track numbers for any purpose. Whether you're counting inventory, exercise reps, people, scores, or anything else, our simple interface makes counting effortless. Just tap anywhere on the screen to count!

Using SimpleCounter is easy: tap anywhere on the screen to increment the count, use the minus (-) button to decrease, and access settings via the gear icon. You can also tap the number directly to jump to a specific count.

Yes, SimpleCounter is completely free to use with no registration required. All features including multiple counters, themes, and offline mode are available at no cost. There are no hidden fees or premium features.

No, SimpleCounter works without any account or registration. Your data is stored locally on your device, so you can start counting immediately without signing up for anything.

Yes! You can create multiple counters in Settings. Name each counter differently (e.g., 'Pushups', 'Team A', 'Inventory') and switch between them easily. Each counter maintains its own count and settings.

In Settings, you can change the increment/decrement step value. For example, set it to 5 to count by fives, or 10 for counting in tens. This is useful for inventory counting or scoring games.

Yes, you can set a maximum limit in Settings. When reached, the counter will stop incrementing. This is useful for goal tracking, game limits, or capacity management.

Tap the Settings icon (gear) and then tap 'Reset Counter'. A confirmation dialog will appear to prevent accidental resets. Confirm to reset your count to zero.

Yes! Tap directly on the counter number to open a dialog where you can enter any starting value. This is helpful when you need to continue from a previous count.

Open Settings and look for the color theme options. You can choose from several accent colors to personalize your counter. Your choice is saved automatically.

Yes! SimpleCounter is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works offline. Once you've visited the site, you can continue counting even without an internet connection. Your counts are saved locally on your device.

Yes, you can install SimpleCounter as an app on your phone. On iOS, tap the share button and select 'Add to Home Screen'. On Android, tap the menu and select 'Install app' or 'Add to Home Screen'.

Yes, your counts are automatically saved to your device's local storage. When you return, your counts will be exactly where you left them. No internet connection is needed to save your progress.

Absolutely! SimpleCounter works on any device with a web browser - computers, tablets, and phones. The interface adapts to your screen size for the best experience.

SimpleCounter is versatile and can be used for: exercise reps and workouts, inventory counting, event attendance, game scoring, bird watching, meditation mantras, habits tracking, sports statistics, and much more!

Yes! SimpleCounter is perfect for tracking exercise reps. The large display is easy to read during workouts, and you can tap anywhere on the screen without looking. Set goals using the maximum limit feature.

Definitely! Create separate counters for different items, set step values for bulk counting, and easily track your stock. The large display and simple interface make inventory counting quick and accurate.

Yes, SimpleCounter is ideal for attendance tracking. The large display is visible from a distance, and the simple tap-to-count interface allows for quick counting of people entering a venue.

Absolutely! Create multiple counters for each team or player. The customizable step values let you add different point values, and the reset feature makes it easy to start new games.

Yes! Many users use SimpleCounter for meditation mantras, prayer beads (tasbih/mala), and breath counting. The minimal interface helps maintain focus during practice.

SimpleCounter is available in 12 languages: English, Spanish (Español), French (Français), German (Deutsch), Portuguese (Português), Italian (Italiano), Japanese (日本語), Korean (한국어), Chinese (中文), Arabic (العربية), Hindi (हिन्दी), and Russian (Русский).

Click the globe icon to access the language switcher. Select your preferred language, and the interface will update immediately. Your language preference is saved for future visits.

Yes, SimpleCounter is designed with accessibility in mind. It works with screen readers, has high contrast colors, large touch targets, and keyboard navigation support.

Yes, SimpleCounter properly supports right-to-left (RTL) languages like Arabic. The interface automatically adjusts when you select an RTL language.

Yes, your data is completely private. All counts are stored locally on your device and never sent to any server. We don't collect personal information or track your counting activity.

SimpleCounter uses minimal local storage (not cookies) to save your counts, settings, and preferences. This data stays on your device and is not shared with anyone.

SimpleCounter works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, and Opera. For the best experience and offline functionality, we recommend using the latest version of your browser.

Currently, counts are stored locally on each device. Cross-device sync is not available, but you can manually set your count on any device by tapping the number.

We appreciate your feedback! You can reach out through our contact channels or leave feedback. We're always working to improve SimpleCounter based on user suggestions.

Almost every unexpected reset comes down to browser storage being cleared rather than a fault in the counter. Private or incognito windows discard everything when the window closes. Some browsers, particularly Safari on iPhone, clear website data for sites you have not visited recently. A 'clear browsing data' sweep, a cleaner app, or a browser reinstall will do the same. Because your counts live in your browser and never reach our servers, we have no copy to restore, so write down anything important before you close up for the day.

First check that the screen has not locked; a dark screen swallows taps, so turn off auto-lock during long counting sessions. If you have set a maximum limit, the counter deliberately stops at it, which looks like a dead screen until you notice the number. Also make sure you are tapping the large number area rather than the header or footer. On a desktop, click once inside the page before using the keyboard so it has focus.

Counts are saved by the specific browser on the specific device that made them, with nothing passing through an account or a server. A count made in Chrome on your phone will therefore not appear in Safari on the same phone, let alone on your laptop. To carry a total across, tap the number on the second device and type the value in manually, or export a CSV from the first device.

Installing requires a browser that supports installable web apps. On iPhone that means Safari specifically, using Share then Add to Home Screen; Chrome on iOS cannot do it. On Android use Chrome or Edge and look under the three-dot menu. Some desktop browsers only offer it after you have visited the site more than once, and Firefox on desktop does not support installation at all. Our install guide walks through each one.

No. Reset asks for confirmation precisely because the previous value is not recoverable afterwards; there is no history to roll back to and no server-side copy. If you regularly need the old figure, export to CSV before resetting, or add a second counter for the new session and leave the old one intact.

Yes. Once the page has loaded once, counting runs entirely in your browser, so a lost connection changes nothing. That makes it well suited to basement stock takes, aircraft, and rural sites. Installing it to your home screen makes this more reliable, because the app shell is then stored on the device rather than fetched.

Not for any practical purpose. You can count into the millions without trouble; the display shrinks the digits as needed so the number is never cut off. If you have set a maximum limit in settings, that limit stops the counter, and clearing the limit lets it continue.