Get Birthday Reminder Widget running in just 5 minutes. Follow these simple steps to download, add your first birthday, and enable notifications.

Step 1: Download the App (1 min)

On iPhone (iOS):

1. Open the App Store.
2. Search for "Birthday Reminder Widget".
3. Tap Get and authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID.
4. Once installed, tap Open.

Download on App Store →

On Android:

1. Open Google Play Store.
2. Search for "Birthday Reminder Widget".
3. Tap Install.
4. Once installed, tap Open.

Download on Google Play →

Step 2: Add Your First Birthday (2 min)

1. Tap the + (add) button at the bottom right of the app.
2. Enter the person's name (e.g., "Mom", "Sarah").
3. Tap the date field and select their birth date using the calendar picker.
4. Choose a group to organize it (e.g., Family, Friends, Work). You can edit groups later.
5. (Optional) Add a note with gift ideas or personal details.
6. Tap Save.

Tip: You can also import multiple birthdays from your phone's contacts by tapping the import button instead. Learn how →

Step 3: Enable Notifications (1.5 min)

Notifications are how Birthday Reminder tells you when a birthday is coming up. Enable them in two places:

In the Birthday Reminder App:

1. Tap the Settings icon (gear) at the bottom right.
2. Toggle Notifications on.
3. Choose your preferred reminder time (e.g., "1 day before" or "on the morning of").

On Your Device:

• iPhone: Go to Settings → Notifications → Birthday Reminder → toggle Allow Notifications on.
• Android: Go to Settings → Apps → Birthday Reminder → Notifications → toggle on.

Send a test: Return to the Birthday Reminder app Settings and tap Send Test Notification to confirm it's working.

Full notification guide →

Step 4: (Optional) Add Widget to Home Screen (0.5 min)

See upcoming birthdays without opening the app:

On iPhone:

1. Long-press your home screen.
2. Tap + to add a widget.
3. Search for "Birthday Reminder".
4. Select your preferred widget size and tap Add Widget.

On Android:

1. Long-press your home screen.
2. Tap Widgets.
3. Find "Birthday Reminder" and drag it to your screen.

Detailed widget guide →

You're All Set!

Your Birthday Reminder is now ready. The app will:

• ✓ Track all your birthdays
• ✓ Send you notifications on your chosen date
• ✓ Display upcoming birthdays on your home screen (if widget is added)

What's Next?

• Organize: Create custom groups for different circles of people
• Personalize: Add notes with gift ideas for each birthday
• Discover: Try the AI Gift Finder for gift inspiration
• Manage: Delete or edit entries anytime by swiping on them

Questions? Check out our full help center or contact us at support@birthdayreminder.app.