Wonderwake Alarm Backup on iPhone

Wonderwake is built for reliable wake-ups, without a harsh start. A gentle sound, a stronger Nudge, and an iPhone backup work together to help you wake up on time.

The wake-up sequence

How Wonderwake's alarm backup works

Gentle wake-up

Your chosen sound starts quietly before your wake-up time and gradually gets louder. You choose the sound, volume, and how long it builds.
Stronger Nudge

If you do not stop the gentle alarm, Nudge follows with a stronger sound. Keep Stronger alarm turned on to include this step.
iPhone backup alarm

With iPhone backup enabled, your iPhone takes over if you still have not stopped the alarm. You choose how long Nudge plays first in the iPhone Backup setting.

Wonderwake iPhone alarm set to 07:30 with a gradual wake-up window — Wonderwake's gentle wake-up window, ending at 07:30.

Ready before you fall asleep. Wonderwake sets up your enabled iPhone backup when you turn the alarm on. It stays ready even if the app closes.

Before bed

How to enable iPhone alarm backup

Allow iPhone backup. On iOS 26.1 or later, allow Wonderwake to set alarms when prompted. You can also allow alarms for Wonderwake in iPhone Settings.
Keep Stronger alarm on. Choose your Nudge sound and preferred iPhone Backup delay.
Set your alarm and turn it on. Leave Wonderwake running for the gentle sound and Nudge. You can lock the screen or use other apps.
Check sound and battery. Choose your alarm volume and keep your iPhone powered on and charged. Try your settings once while awake.

Questions

iPhone alarm backup FAQ

Does Wonderwake work with the screen locked?

Yes. Turn your alarm on, then lock your iPhone. The gentle sound and Nudge work while Wonderwake runs in the background, and your enabled iPhone backup stays ready.

Will my alarm ring if I close Wonderwake?

With iPhone backup enabled, your backup alarm works even if Wonderwake closes. Leave the app running in the background to hear the gentle sound and Nudge as well.

Does Wonderwake work in Silent mode or Do Not Disturb?

Yes. The iPhone backup rings through Silent mode and Do Not Disturb. Wonderwake's gentle sound and Nudge also play with Silent mode on.

What happens if I sleep through the gentle alarm?

With Stronger alarm on, Nudge follows with a more intense sound. If you still have not stopped the alarm, your enabled iPhone backup takes over after the delay you choose.

Do I need to set a separate alarm in Apple Clock?

No. With iPhone backup enabled, Wonderwake sets up its own backup alarm. You do not need to create another alarm manually in Apple Clock.

Will the backup ring after I stop or snooze my alarm?

Stopping your alarm in Wonderwake also cancels its backup. Snoozing in Wonderwake moves the alarm and its backup to the next wake-up. Use the stop control to end your alarm, rather than swiping the app away.

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