Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about AstroSanmei.

About the App

What can I do with AstroSanmei?

AstroSanmei provides Sanmei-inspired personality analysis, character interpretations, similarity scores, relationship analysis, and fictional worldbuilding content. All content is provided for personal entertainment, reflection, and character exploration only.

When does Today's Figure list switch?

The switch time shown on Home is the solar term transition time currently being applied. AstroSanmei changes the day pillar at the solar term transition time, not at midnight, so Today's Figure list may differ between morning and evening even on the same calendar date.

How rare is a 10.0/10 Similarity score?

A 10.0/10 score means the year, month, and day pillars of the birth date all match. This full match occurs only about 24 to 26 times across 3000 years; at minimum, 60 years pass before the same set appears again, and in some cases it does not appear for 180 years. AstroSanmei handles solar term transition times through high-precision celestial mechanics calculations based on DE440/441, allowing a more precise comparison than a simple 60-day cycle or 12-part division of the year.

How accurate are the astronomical calculations?

AstroSanmei uses NASA JPL's DE440 and DE441 ephemeris data, which provides high-precision planetary positions. This enables accurate calculations for anyone born between 601 BCE and 2400 CE.

Does this app require an internet connection?

No. All analysis is performed entirely on your device. The only network access is when you use the place name search feature, which uses Apple MapKit.

What devices are supported?

AstroSanmei is available for iOS. Please check the App Store listing for the minimum iOS version requirement.

Privacy & Data

Where is my profile saved?

Your profile, birth date, birth time, birth place, registered characters, and app settings are stored only on your device. If you enable the iCloud sync feature described below, registered character information can be shared across devices signed in with the same Apple ID. AstroSanmei does not send this information to a developer-operated server.

How does iCloud sync work?

When you turn on iCloud sync in Settings, user characters on this device are saved to iCloud and merged with user characters from other iPhone/iPad devices where iCloud sync is also turned on with the same Apple ID. When you turn sync off, that device no longer participates in iCloud sync, and user characters are stored only on that device. Turning sync off does not delete user characters already saved on each device. Delete them on each device if needed. Your own profile information is not included in iCloud sync.

Does entering a birth place use network communication?

If you search for a birth place, place search and geocoding are handled by Apple’s MapKit. The text you enter may be processed by Apple in order to return place suggestions or coordinates. AstroSanmei does not receive or store your birth place search queries on a developer-operated server.

Does AstroSanmei use my current location?

No. AstroSanmei does not require access to your current location for birth place input. You can search for your birth place manually by entering a town or city.

Usage & Guidance

Can professionals use AstroSanmei for client reports?

No. AstroSanmei is for personal entertainment, reflection, and character exploration only. Counselors, coaches, consultants, and other advisors may not use AstroSanmei for professional services, client reports, advice, or paid services.

Are analysis results professional advice?

No. AstroSanmei’s analysis results, similarity scores, relationship analysis, daily timing, and character interpretations are provided for entertainment and reflection. They are not medical, legal, financial, psychological, religious, career, relationship, or other professional advice. Do not rely solely on app results when making important decisions.

Subscription & Billing

Is AstroSanmei free?

AstroSanmei offers a subscription plan. Please check the App Store listing for current pricing and available plans.

How do I cancel my subscription?

Open the Settings app on your iPhone, tap your Apple ID, then Subscriptions, find AstroSanmei, and tap Cancel Subscription. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.

How do I restore my purchase on a new device?

Sign in with the same Apple ID you used for the original purchase. The app will automatically recognize your subscription status. If it doesn't, try Restore Purchases in the app settings.

Can I get a refund?

Refunds are handled by Apple. Visit reportaproblem.apple.com to request a refund for any App Store purchase.

Troubleshooting

The app won't launch.

Try updating to the latest version from the App Store, then restart your device. If the problem persists, delete and reinstall the app (your subscription will be retained through your Apple ID).

Results aren't displaying.

Make sure you've completed your profile setup with a valid date of birth. If the issue continues, try restarting the app.

How do I contact support?

Visit our Contact page or email help@astrosanmei.app. Please include your device model, iOS version, app version, and a description of the issue.