Free tool · for anyone living with addiction, and the people who love them
Reboot: 12 steps, the tech way
Recovery is a bit like fixing a system that keeps crashing. You don't do it in one go, and you don't do it alone. This page gives you a few simple tools: a counter for your clean time, the 12 steps told as a system reboot, a timer for riding out cravings, a daily check-in and the people you can call.
Nothing you type leaves this device. There's no login and nothing is sent to anyone.
Safety first. If you drink heavily every day or use benzodiazepines, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Speak to your GP or local drug and alcohol service before you stop. In an emergency, call 999.
This tool is not medical advice.
Uptime counter
Set the day you started. The counter shows how long your system has been running.
Milestones
A restart isn't a failure. It's a reboot.
The 12 steps
Twelve steps, told as a system reboot. Go at your own pace. There's no wrong order to read them, and no rush to finish.
0 of 12 steps done
- Outline: not started
- Yellow: working on it
- Filled green: done
Inspired by the Twelve Steps used by Alcoholics Anonymous and other fellowships. This is my own retelling, not an official version. Meetings are free — find one below.
Urge override
Cravings are like a loading bar. They peak and pass. Most fade within 15 to 30 minutes if you don't feed them. Start the timer and ride this one out.
When you're ready, press start.
HALT check: am I…
Cravings get louder when a basic need isn't met. Choose one for a quick fix.
Pick the one that fits best right now.
Daily diagnostics
A one-minute check-in. It saves by date, so you can spot patterns over the week.
My last 7 check-ins
My support network
Save up to 5 people you can call when it gets hard: a sponsor, a friend, a family member, your key worker. Then they're one tap away.
Help lines and meetings (UK)
All free. You don't have to be sure you have a "real" problem to call. If you're asking the question, that's reason enough.
In an emergency, or if someone may have overdosed, call 999. If you're struggling and need to talk, call Samaritans free on 116 123, any time of day or night.
If you drink heavily every day or use benzodiazepines, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Speak to your GP or local drug and alcohol service before you stop.
Numbers checked October 2026. Services can change, so check the website if a number doesn't work.
Your notes
Everything saves in this browser as you go. You can download a copy, or wipe it all if you share this device.
Tell me what would help. I'm building this for people in recovery and their families. Is something missing, or worded in a way that doesn't sit right? Send feedback.
A self-help companion. It is not medical advice and does not replace a doctor, a treatment service or a fellowship.