What zmanim are
Zmanim are halachic times calculated from the sun’s path at your location. Dawn, sunrise, the latest time for morning Shema, midday, candle lighting before Shabbat, nightfall, and havdalah are not clock-fixed the way a Monday standup is. They move with geography and season.
Living by zmanim means your spiritual day has edges and opportunities that a generic to-do list never sees. Zerizut is built so daily mitzvot practice can respect that rhythm.
How Zerizut uses location
With your permission, Zerizut uses location to calculate local Jewish times. That keeps reminders and day structure grounded in where you actually are—not a default city on a server far away. Combined with Hebrew calendar awareness, your checklist can feel connected to the Jewish day rather than a secular timer.
- Local sunrise- and sunset-linked windows for planning practices
- Shabbat and holiday context in the weekly rhythm
- Reminders that soften around Shabbat instead of nagging like a gym app
- Privacy-first: practice data stays on-device with no account required
Practice inside the day—not against it
A secular habit app asks: did you check the box by midnight? Zerizut asks: are you building enthusiasm for mitzvot inside the Jewish day you are already living? Pair zmanim awareness with your mitzvot library, streaks that celebrate consistency, and optional tzedakah tracking. Learn more about the philosophy on What is Zerizut?
Frequently asked questions
What are zmanim?
Zmanim are halachic times based on the sun’s path at your location—dawn, sunrise, Shema and prayer windows, candle lighting, nightfall, and more.
How does Zerizut use my location?
With permission, Zerizut calculates local Jewish times so your practice rhythm matches where you are.
Does Zerizut send reminders on Shabbat?
Zerizut is Shabbat-aware. Reminder behavior softens around Shabbat so the app supports Jewish time rather than interrupting it.
Is Zerizut a full Shabbat or siddur app?
Zerizut anchors daily practice in zmanim. For dedicated Shabbat times, core tefillot, and practical guides, use Shabbat 7.
Do I need an account?
No. No account is required, and practice data stays on your device.