Not a medical device
Elata and the apps on it are for wellness, games, learning, and research. They
are not medical devices. They don’t diagnose, treat, prevent, or monitor any
disease or condition, and they aren’t a substitute for professional advice.
If you have chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, fainting, or any other
symptom that worries you, contact a medical professional or emergency
services. Don’t rely on an app reading.
Readings are estimates
Camera heart rate, EEG headbands, and headband PPG measure real signals, but in
everyday conditions they are estimates:
- Conditions matter. Movement, lighting, sensor fit, and even skin tone can change a reading.
- Scores are interpretations. “Calm,” “focus,” or a Score are built from measurements; they aren’t a direct readout of how you feel.
- Compare with yourself. Your readings are most useful as trends against your own baseline, not compared with other people.
If a reading surprises you, check your setup (Devices) and try
again. More on the science: Biosignals explained.
Using apps safely
- Take breaks. Neurofeedback and focus apps can be tiring. Stop if you feel unwell, dizzy, or have a headache.
- Flashing images. Some games use flashing or rapidly changing visuals. If you have photosensitive epilepsy or are sensitive to flashing lights, check the app’s description and use caution.
- Breathing exercises. Breathe comfortably and stop if you feel lightheaded.
- Hardware care. Follow your headband maker’s instructions for fit, charging, and skin contact.
Report a problem
If an app makes claims that sound medical, behaves unsafely, or doesn’t match
its description, tell us. See Help.
