FAQ
What is SOS Cat?
SOS Cat is a quit-smoking companion app designed to help you manage cravings, track your progress, and stay smoke-free one day at a time.
How does SOS Cat help me quit nicotine?
SOS Cat helps you through craving moments with SOS sessions, music, quiet guidance, journaling, and progress tracking.
Our music is created around the quitting journey — the emotions, mindset, struggles, and reflections that come with changing your relationship with nicotine.
Do I need to be completely nicotine-free to use SOS Cat?
No. SOS Cat is here to support you through the quitting journey — not just after you have already quit. We do not encourage smoking or vaping, but we understand that quitting nicotine is difficult. “Just one puff” or “just one cigarette” can easily turn into more.
We believe in honest tracking. Every step matters, and one setback does not erase your progress.
Does SOS Cat support vaping?
Yes. SOS Cat supports people who want to reduce or quit nicotine use, including cigarettes and vaping.
Is my data private?
Your privacy matters to us. Your personal information and quitting journey data are handled securely according to our Privacy Policy.
Is SOS Cat a medical app?
No. SOS Cat is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Please consult a healthcare professional for health concerns.
What happens when I press the SOS button?
The SOS button starts a craving support session designed to help you get through difficult moments without smoking.
When should I use SOS?
Use SOS whenever you experience a craving or feel tempted to smoke.
What if I smoke again?
A relapse does not erase your progress. Record it honestly and continue your journey.
How does SOS Cat track cravings?
SOS Cat records your SOS sessions and smoking logs to help you identify patterns and situations that may trigger cravings.
Can I change my quit date?
Yes. You can update your quit date anytime in Settings.
How is money saved calculated?
Money saved is estimated based on the smoking information you entered when you first set up the app.
How are "cigarettes avoided" and "nicotine hits skipped" calculated?
They're estimates based on the daily usage in your smoking profile and how long you've been smoke-free. Vaping is hard to count precisely, so it's converted from the usage frequency you selected into an approximate value. Logging "I smoked" doesn't change these numbers. If your usage changes, update it in Settings > Renew smoking profile.
Where does the music come from?
SOS Cat includes original music created specifically for craving support and recovery sessions.
Can I use SOS Cat without music?
Yes. You can choose between Audio Mode, Cat Play Mode, and Quiet Mode.
What data does SOS Cat collect?
SOS Cat collects account information, information about how you use the app, and optional usage insights that exclude your name and email, needed to provide and improve the service.
Do you sell my personal information?
No. SOS Cat does not sell your personal data as a standalone product. Aggregated data that excludes your name and email may be used to improve the app and understand general usage patterns. If SOS Cat is involved in a merger, acquisition, or similar business transaction, data may be transferred to a successor as described in the Privacy Policy.
How do I delete my account?
You can permanently delete your account from the Settings page. Personal data on our servers is deleted right away; data held by third-party services (such as subscriptions and crash reporting) follows their own policies.
Will I lose my progress if I cancel Premium?
No. Your account and progress will remain available.
Why is there a cat in a quit-smoking app?
Because quitting smoking can be difficult. SOS Cat is here to offer support, encouragement, and occasionally a little attitude when cravings show up.