What's New & News:
19-07-2025
📱 The newest version of the app is here!
We’re thrilled to announce that the latest version of the app isn’t just a bug fix — it’s a huge leap forward in how you connect and grow in recovery.
The biggest update: You can now chat with others — in real-time, in safe private or public groups, in both English and Hungarian.
💬 This isn't just a chat box — it's a community space where you can ask questions, share your thoughts, reply to others, and stay connected in the moment.
Here’s what’s new:
✨ New Features (27):
- Real-time chat powered by Firebase
- Support for both public and private groups
- Emoji picker built into the message input
- Edit, delete, and reply to messages
- Pinned messages stay visible at the top
- Typing indicators show who's writing
- Scroll-to-top and scroll-to-bottom buttons with fade animation
- System messages from admins with distinct style
- Create groups with custom image, expiry, and privacy
- Set group expiry — messages delete automatically after time runs out
- Live countdown timer shows how long each message will remain
- Ban/unban members from a group
- Manage join requests for private groups
- “Create Group” option is only visible to admins
- Language-based group sorting — English groups first if app is in English
- Drag-and-drop group reordering (admin-only)
- Fixed group order is now shown for all users
- View submitted reports on a dedicated admin screen
- Fully editable group details — image, expiry, public/private toggle
🐞 Bug Fixes (24):
- Send button now sends immediately — no more double tap needed
- Message input clears correctly after editing
- Emoji picker crash issues resolved
- Dark mode icon visibility fixed
- Scroll buttons now fade correctly after 2 seconds
- Pinned messages render in the correct place
- Admin-only actions are now truly admin-only
- Message expiry now works — messages auto-delete after set time
- Duplicate users no longer appear in user management
- New Expiry Countdown widget added for each message
- Timestamps show when tapping on a message
- AppBar title alignment issues corrected
- Admins can now enter their own groups again
- Scroll behavior no longer jumps or snaps unexpectedly
- Group reordering now saves properly
- Emoji button includes visual ripple feedback
Have you tried the update? If so, you know how powerful it is — if not, now’s the time!
Join the conversation, explore the community, and take your next step — together.
To download the app, click here or scan it with your phone:
(v3.10 Spirit 19-07-2025)
(v2.14 John R. 25-12-2023)
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Welcome to Spirit of the 12 Steps — a thoughtful and effective application designed to support anyone walking the 12-step path.
No matter which fellowship you belong to — whether it's Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Emotions Anonymous, Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, Al-Anon, or any other 12-step community.
This app helps you grow, reflect, and stay connected.
Just for Today!
From the main screen, you get simple, direct access to a wide range of recovery materials, all organized around the spiritual principles of the 12 steps.
Inside the app, you’ll find a rich collection of eBooks, PDF literature, audiobooks, speakers and lectures, guided audio content, and inspiring recovery videos.
All of this spans various support groups, offering help, inspiration, and guidance.
Whatever your personal focus may be, one of the app's most valuable features is the complete personal 12-step journey shared by Csaba.
The step work, fully developed by a dedicated member of our community, is detailed, honest, and deeply personal — available within the app.
The materials in the app are available as eBooks and PDF versions.
These reflections can provide guidance, offer challenges, or simply remind you that you're not alone in this process.
If you want to connect with others, the app includes a built-in meeting finder that lets you join online meetings with just a single tap — no need to switch apps or browse, just quick access when you need it most!
You can track your progress using the built-in sobriety counter, which shows your clean time — days, hours, and more — helping you celebrate how far you’ve come.
Browse content by author! Revisit your favorites or discover new voices that match your experience.
The interface is clean, calming, and easy to use — even if you’re not tech-savvy. Everything is just a tap or swipe away.
You’ll also find offline access to books and audio, dark mode for night reading,
Multilingual support and absolutely no ads — and you don’t need an account or registration to access anything!
Every part of the app is designed to support your recovery — quietly, respectfully, and without distractions.
Whether you’re just starting out, actively working the steps, or returning after a break — Spirit of the 12 Steps is here for you.
It’s more than an app — it’s a safe space for reflection, spiritual growth, and daily support.
No matter where you are on your path, open it, explore it, and take your next step — your way, at your pace!
Screenshots:
Sobriety Counter – Track your clean time and milestones
Join Meetings from the App – One-tap access to online sessions
Audiobooks – Listen to powerful recovery content anytime
Videos – Watch inspiring talks and spiritual messages
ePubs & PDFs – Read full-length books and guides
Offline Reading – Access content without an internet connection
Multilingual Support – Use the app in your preferred language
Interactive Features – Share your thoughts, post reactions
Dark Theme – Comfortable reading at night
Join meetings with one click
Sobriety Counter
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