Fix a clock widget that stops updating

Check whether updates have paused

Live second updates pause while the screen is off or locked. Watch the clock with the screen on and unlocked before treating that pause as a fault. Android and your launcher can also limit background work.

1. Unlock the phone, open Concentric Clock, and return to the home screen.
2. Check that the phone’s date and time are correct.
3. Open the app’s update and battery controls. If a feature requests notification or background access, review its explanation and enable only the access you want.
4. In Android Settings, inspect Concentric Clock’s battery or background-use restrictions if the clock continues to fall behind. Setting names differ by manufacturer.

Balance motion and power use

Reduce battery consumption limits clock activity and smooth ticking. Settings → Battery Power includes the app’s power controls. Faster updates can use more power; choose them only if you want that behavior. Concentric ring animation has its own settings.

Refresh the placement

If only one widget is affected, tap it to open its configuration and apply again. If necessary, remove that placement and add it again. Restarting the phone can also help a launcher refresh its widgets. Avoid clearing app data: that removes saved settings and local rewards.

Tell support what happened

Send the face name, widget size, launcher name, whether the screen was locked, and whether the time catches up after opening the app. Send Feedback in the app includes the Android and app versions automatically. Do not include health readings, private calendar entries or other sensitive content.