Willy is a minimalist app that gently reminds you, a few times a day, to stop and take one conscious deep breath. No programs, no sessions, no commitment — just a small, quiet nudge to come back to yourself.
Yes. Willy is available on both the App Store and Google Play.
Enabling Willy reminders is a one-time purchase of €3.99 (plus local taxes where applicable). No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Pay once, use it forever.
You set your preferred reminder interval — every 30, 60, or 90 minutes — and define your active hours. Willy then sends a gentle notification at each interval. Take one conscious breath, and continue your day. You're always in control of how often and when Willy reminds you.
The Willy Technique is a simple breathing method whose roots can be found in Pranayama — an ancient and powerful breathing practice, used for thousands of years to calm the mind, energise the body, and elevate the spirit. The technique itself is straightforward: expand your belly first, then your chest, hold briefly, and exhale slowly. This sequence activates the vagus nerve — your body's natural stress off-switch — creating an immediate sense of calm and wellbeing.
Because one is enough to come back to yourself. The goal isn't a breathing session (although breathing sessions are highly recommended) — it's a micro-pause that interrupts stress patterns and brings you back to the present moment. One breath at a time. Simple, effective, sustainable.
Taking slow, deliberate breaths instantly signals your nervous system to switch from "fight or flight" into a state of deep relaxation. This simple act floods your body with oxygen, which sharpens your focus while actively lowering your heart rate and blood pressure. By making it a daily habit, you can significantly reduce stress and give your overall health a natural, lasting boost.
Absolutely. Willy requires no experience, no training, and no commitment. If you can breathe, you can use Willy.
Throughout the day, stress accumulates silently — and the shoulders are one of the first places it shows up. Dropping them consciously sends a direct signal to your nervous system that you're safe. A small act with an immediate effect.
No. Willy works completely offline. Everything happens locally on your phone — no accounts, no servers, no data collection.
Yes. If your phone is paired with a smartwatch, Willy's reminders are mirrored there automatically through your phone's standard notification system — no extra setup needed. The reminder and gentle vibration will appear on your wrist just as they do on your phone.
Simply download Willy on your new phone and restore your purchase through the App Store or Google Play.