FAQ – Cadence Trainer Pro

Cadence Trainer Pro is the premium, ad-free version of Cadence Trainer.
It helps runners improve their cadence (steps per minute) using simple audio beat cues that keep you in rhythm and reduce injury risk.

The Pro version works completely offline, with no ads, no subscriptions, and no data collection — just pure, focused training.

The Pro version offers the same trusted cadence training features as the free app, but with:

• 🚫 No ads or Run Tokens
• 🚫 No subscriptions or in-app purchases
• 🔒 No data collection or analytics
• 💰 A simple one-time purchase on the App Store

It’s built for runners who prefer a distraction-free, privacy-first experience.

Yes. The app runs on most modern iPhones running iOS 15 or later.
It uses your phone’s built-in motion and fitness sensors to measure step cadence.
If your device doesn’t include a step counter or motion chip, cadence data won’t be recorded, but audio cues still work normally.

Yes — Cadence Trainer Pro works fully offline.
You don’t need an internet connection for cadence tracking, audio cues, or history.
All data stays on your device and never leaves it.

Use the + / – controls on the main screen to adjust your target steps per minute (SPM) in increments of 5.
You can set any value between 100 and 200 SPM, depending on your training goals using the Target SPM slider.

Yes. Once your run has started, you can safely lock your screen and keep your phone in a pocket or armband.
Audio cues will continue to play in the background while the app tracks cadence.

To prevent accidental stops, the app uses a slide-to-stop control.
Simply slide the power icon on the left all the way to the stop icon on the right.
After stopping, you’ll see your average cadence and target cadence for that session.

This permission allows the app to read your step count and motion data from your device sensors.
It’s used only to calculate your running cadence.

All data is processed locally on your phone — nothing is collected, stored, or shared externally.

No.
Cadence Trainer Pro does not use analytics, ads, or third-party tracking tools.
The app functions entirely offline, and all motion data remains stored on your device only.

🔗 See our Pro Privacy Policy for full details.

Background activity ensures that cadence tracking and audio cues continue when the screen is off or another app is open.
This helps you train without interruptions or needing to keep the app visible on-screen and reduces battery usage.

If cadence data isn’t showing:

1. Check that Motion & Fitness permissions are enabled in your iPhone settings.
2. Open the app and verify the Step Counter Status indicator:
   • 🟢 Green — step counter active
   • 🟡 Yellow — permission denied (tap to enable)
   • 🔴 Red — no motion sensor available on this device

Some older or budget iPhones may not include hardware step counting support.

Make sure your device’s volume is turned up and that your audio output (headphones or speaker) is active.
Make sure the volume in Cadence Trainer Pro is turned up as well. If using Bluetooth headphones, confirm the connection before starting a run.

Yes. You can use Cadence Trainer Pro alongside other running or GPS tracking apps.
It runs in the background while you record your run with another app.

No. It highly unlikely that any music playing would be in sync with the beat cues from Cadence Trainer, which would make the audio confusing. So currently Cadence Trainer Pro does not share the audio stream with music apps.
The feasibility of this feature is still being explored as it may be useful for some audio streams such as comedy shows and podcasts.