Help with Hansei

Which iPhones does Hansei work on?

iPhone 15 Pro or later, with iOS 26. Automatic tagging needs Apple Intelligence turned on in Settings.

How do I record with the Action Button?

Open Settings > Action Button > Controls and choose Record Journal Entry. Press and hold to start; press and hold again to stop.

Why is there a 2.3 GB download?

That's the private analyst, which runs entirely on your iPhone. It downloads once, on Wi-Fi.

Does Hansei work without internet?

Yes. Recording, transcription, tagging and analysis all work offline. Only optional iCloud sync needs a connection.

How do I move my journal to a new iPhone?

Turn on iCloud Sync in Hansei's settings on your current iPhone. On the new one, install Hansei and turn on iCloud Sync. If you set a passphrase, enter it or your recovery key.

I forgot my passphrase.

Use the recovery key you saved when you set it. We can't recover it for you; that's what keeps your journal private.

Is Hansei therapy or medical advice?

No. Hansei is a tool for reflection and does not provide medical or mental-health advice. If you're struggling, please reach out to someone you trust, or in the US call or text 988.