FocusVilleFocusVille help and FAQ
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Plus and purchases
How do I restore my purchase?
Open Settings from the campfire menu and tap Restore purchases. Use the same Apple ID you bought FocusVille Plus with.
I bought FocusVille when it was a paid app. Do I have to pay again?
No. Earlier buyers keep everything for good. If the app still shows the Plus page, tap Restore purchases once.
How do I cancel the subscription?
Subscriptions are managed by Apple. On your iPhone open Settings, tap your name, then Subscriptions, and choose FocusVille. Cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends.
How do I get a refund?
Refunds are handled by Apple, not by me. Request one at reportaproblem.apple.com.
What does the free trial include?
The monthly plan starts with 7 free days with everything included. If you cancel before the trial ends, you are not charged.
App blocker
How do I block distracting apps?
Open the campfire menu, tap Block distracting apps, allow Screen Time access, choose the apps and switch on Block during sessions. The apps stay locked until the timer ends.
The app blocker does not block anything.
Check three things: Screen Time access is allowed in iOS Settings, at least one app is selected, and Block during sessions is on. Blocking needs iOS 16 or later and works on a real device, not in the Simulator.
Can FocusVille see which apps I block?
No. iOS hands FocusVille anonymous tokens instead of app names. Your selection stays on your device.
Sessions and village
What happens if I give up a session?
There is no harvest for that session and the fire loses some energy. Your village and buildings stay.
What is strict focus?
A setting in the campfire menu. With strict focus on, leaving the app during a session forfeits the harvest. Locking your screen is fine.
What is energy for?
Every finished session brings energy, and each day in a row adds a streak bonus. You spend energy on your village and your companions. With no energy left, a session rekindles the fire instead of bringing resources.
How do I see the intro again?
Open the campfire menu and tap How to play.
Data and devices
Where is my village stored?
Only on your device. FocusVille has no account and no cloud sync. Deleting the app deletes your village.
Does FocusVille work on iPad and offline?
Yes. FocusVille runs on iPhone and iPad, and the timer works without an internet connection.
Which languages does FocusVille support?
The app is available in English and German.
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