Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Orbit Hero and how it can help your family build great habits.
What is Orbit Hero?
Orbit Hero is a habit-formation system designed for families with kids ages 6-17. It helps parents set goals and build lasting habits and discipline in their kids through engaging quests, XP points, rewards, and streaks. Parents get a dashboard to manage everything, while kids experience habit-building as an adventure.
What age group is Orbit Hero designed for?
Orbit Hero is designed for kids ages 6-17 and beyond. The app offers different themes (Cute, Cyber, Sport, Magic) that appeal to various age groups, making it suitable for both younger kids and teenagers.
Is Orbit Hero free to use?
Yes, Orbit Hero is free to download and use. The app includes all core features for managing family tasks, earning XP, and claiming rewards at no cost.
How do the reward systems work?
Orbit Hero offers three reward systems: 1) XP Points that kids earn for completing habits and can redeem for rewards you set, 2) Streaks that encourage daily consistency by tracking consecutive days of habit completion, and 3) Parent-set rewards that you customize based on what motivates your kids. Learn more about reward partnerships on our Partners page.
Can I approve tasks before my kid gets credit?
Yes! Orbit Hero includes an Approval Workflow feature. When kids mark habits as complete, parents receive a notification and can verify the work before XP is awarded. This ensures habits are actually completed to your standards.
Is my kid's data safe?
Absolutely. Orbit Hero is designed with privacy in mind and complies with COPPA and GDPR-K regulations for kids' data protection. We collect minimal data necessary for the app to function and never sell personal information. Read our full Privacy Policy for details, or learn how to delete your account.
What devices does Orbit Hero support?
Orbit Hero is available for both Android (Google Play Store) and iOS (Apple App Store). Download on whichever device works best for your family.
Can multiple kids use the app?
Yes! Parents can add multiple kids to their family account. Each kid gets their own Hero Mode profile with personalized themes, XP tracking, and rewards, while parents maintain oversight through a single dashboard.
How do I get started with Orbit Hero?
Getting started is easy: 1) Download the app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store, 2) Create your parent account, 3) Add your kids to your family, 4) Set up habits and rewards, 5) Let the adventure begin! Your kids will see habits as quests and start earning XP immediately.
Can I customize the rewards my kids can earn?
Yes! You have complete control over the reward system. Set custom rewards like screen time, allowance, special outings, or anything that motivates your kids. You determine how much XP each reward costs, giving you full flexibility.
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