❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

**Welcome! Here are answers to the most common questions about NWT Progress.**If you don't find your answer here, feel free to post in the Questions category and the community or an administrator will be happy to help.---## 🚀 Getting Started**What is NWT Progress?**NWT Progress is a free Bible reading tracker and community platform built specifically for readers of the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures. It helps you track which chapters you've read, set a reading goal date, take quizzes, earn badges, write personal notes, read and write blog posts, and connect with fellow readers in the forum.---**Is it free? Are there ads?**Yes — completely free, and there are no ads whatsoever. NWT Progress is a community-driven project built out of love for Jehovah's Word. There are no subscription fees and no hidden costs.---**What languages are supported?**The app is currently available in:- 🇺🇸 English- 🇪🇸 Spanish- 🇵🇹 Portuguese- 🇫🇷 French- 🇵🇭 Tagalog-CN MandarinYou can switch your language at any time from the settings menu. More languages may be added in the future.---**How do I create an account or reset my password?**To create an account, tap "Sign Up" on the login screen and enter your email address and a password. You will receive a confirmation email — click the link in that email to activate your account.To reset your password, tap "Forgot Password" on the login screen and enter your email. You will receive a reset link by email. You can also change your password at any time from Settings once you are logged in.---## 📖 Using the App**How do I track my reading progress?**After logging in, go to the Tracker (checklist icon). You will see all 66 books of the Bible organized by section. Tap any book to expand it and see its chapters. Tap a chapter to mark it as read — it will turn green. Your progress is saved automatically and syncs across all your devices.---**What is the reading goal date?**The reading goal date lets you set a target date by which you want to finish reading the entire Bible. Once set, the app calculates how many chapters you need to read each day to reach your goal on time. You can set or update it from your Profile page.---**How do I add notes to a book?**There are two ways to add notes:1. From the **Tracker** — tap the "+ Add Note" button next to any book to open a quick note modal right there without leaving the tracker.2. From your **Profile** — scroll to the Notes section where you can add, edit, and view all your notes organized by book.Notes support chapter and verse references (including ranges like 1–6) and a free-text area for your thoughts.---**How does the quiz work and what are the badge levels?**The quiz tests your knowledge of the Bible across 12 levels, starting from foundational questions and increasing in depth. Each level contains 20 questions. To earn a badge for a level, you must pass with a score of 80% or higher.Badge levels range from Level 1 (Beginner) up to Level 12 (Master). Your highest earned badge is displayed on your profile and next to your name in the forum. Keep studying and climbing!---## 💬 Forum & Community**Who can post in the forum?**Any registered user in good standing can create threads and post replies in the forum. Please read the pinned Forum Rules thread before posting.---**Why was my post blocked or rejected?**Our system automatically scans all content before it is submitted. Posts are blocked if they contain:- Personal contact information (email, phone number, address)- Social media links or handles- Profanity or offensive language- Insecure links (non-https)The error message shown will tell you what was detected. Simply edit your post to remove the flagged content and try again.---**How do I report a user or inappropriate content?**At this time, please contact an administrator by posting in the Forum Rules or Questions category and tagging the concern clearly. We review reports promptly. Do not engage or argue with the offending user — simply report and let us handle it.---**What happens if someone breaks the rules?**Depending on the severity of the violation, consequences include content removal, a temporary account suspension, or a permanent ban. Serious violations such as apostasy, harassment, or repeated rule-breaking result in an immediate permanent ban. Please see the pinned Forum Rules thread for full details.---## 🔒 Account & Privacy**Is my data private?**Yes. We do not sell your data and we do not use it for advertising. Your reading progress, notes, and account details are stored securely and are only used to provide the app's features. Please read our full Privacy Policy at nwtprogress.com for complete details.---**How do I change my display name or profile picture?**Go to your **Profile** page and tap the edit icon. From there you can update your display name, bio, and profile photo. Note that display names are scanned for personal information and must follow community guidelines.---**How do I delete my account?**You can delete your account from the **Settings** page under the Danger Zone section. Account deletion is permanent and will remove your profile, reading progress, notes, and all content associated with your account. This action cannot be undone.---**Can I use the app offline?**Yes! NWT Progress is a Progressive Web App (PWA), which means it works offline after your first visit. Your reading progress and tracker will be available even without an internet connection. Changes made offline will sync the next time you connect.---## 📱 Technical**What devices does it work on?**NWT Progress works on any modern device with a web browser — phones, tablets, and desktop computers. For the best experience on mobile, you can install it to your home screen:- **iPhone/iPad:** Open in Safari → tap the Share button → "Add to Home Screen"- **Android:** Open in Chrome → tap the menu → "Add to Home Screen" or "Install App"---**Why does the app sometimes show old content after an update?**NWT Progress uses a service worker to cache content for fast loading and offline use. Occasionally after an update, your device may show a cached version. To get the latest version, close and reopen the app, or do a hard refresh (hold Shift and tap Reload in your browser). If the issue persists, clearing your browser cache will resolve it.---*This FAQ will be updated as the app grows. Thank you for being part of the NWT Progress community!* 🙏