ProofPal Support
ProofPal is an iOS sourdough baking companion for recipes, starter care, fermentation timing, and bake-day workflow. This page covers core features, practical tips, and FAQs.
App Overview
ProofPal helps you run sourdough bakes from planning to oven. Build and save recipes, track hydration and flour blends, run guided baking sessions, and monitor timing for stretch & folds and bulk fermentation.
You can also manage sourdough starters with feeding logs, fridge/counter scheduling, and bake-day prep reminders. Quick Timer, Live Activities, and Apple Watch sync keep important steps visible throughout your bake.
General Advice
- Set kitchen temperature and units correctly so recommendations match your environment.
- Use timers as guidance, then confirm dough readiness with visual checks and feel.
- Enable notifications and Live Activities so due steps stay visible on lock screen.
- If your starter lives in the fridge, use planned prep feedings before bake day.
- Use Quick Timer for short tasks without starting a full baking session.
FAQs
How do I start a baking session?
Open a recipe in the Recipes tab and start a session. ProofPal will guide timing, track steps, and let you mark progress as you go.
What do the Stretch and Bulk tabs do?
Stretch tracks stretch-and-fold intervals, while Bulk tracks fermentation duration and completion timing. Both support reminders and quick completion actions.
Can I track my sourdough starter in ProofPal?
Yes. The Starters tab lets you log feedings, see next-feeding timing, track hydration, move between fridge/counter modes, and plan bake-day prep feedings.
Can I see active timers on lock screen or Apple Watch?
Yes. ProofPal supports Live Activities (including Dynamic Island) and companion watch updates for active baking and quick timers.
How do I share or import recipes?
Share from a recipe using ProofPal links, .proofpal files, PDF, or text export. To import, open a ProofPal link or .proofpal file and the recipe will be added.
Can I change weight and temperature units?
Yes. In Settings, choose your preferred weight and temperature units for display and calculations throughout the app.
What if I accidentally delete something?
ProofPal supports undo for recent delete actions. Shake your iPhone immediately after deleting to trigger undo.
Why did I miss a reminder notification?
Check iOS notification permissions for ProofPal and confirm in-app sound notifications are enabled if you expect audible alerts.
Support Contact
If you need help, reach out directly:
MuskratActual@gmail.com