A daily to-do list that resets: how For Today works
For Today keeps iPhone tasks focused on one day. Learn what happens at midnight, how history works and which features require Pro.
If yesterday’s unfinished tasks keep crowding today’s list, a daily reset can be a useful alternative to carrying everything forward. For Today is an iPhone to-do app built around a short list for the current day: add what matters, finish what you can and start fresh tomorrow.
What happens to tasks at midnight?
According to the App Store listing, unfinished tasks move out of the way at midnight. The app tracks completed and missed tasks and lets you review recent history. Starting with a fresh daily list therefore does not mean you should assume every past task has been permanently deleted.
You can add past tasks again when you need them. That is different from automatic recurring tasks: the listing describes re-adding tasks, but does not promise recurring schedules.
A practical daily planning routine
Start with a few concrete actions you can complete today. For example, “send the revised estimate,” “book the appointment” and “prepare tomorrow’s meeting notes” are clearer than broad projects such as “sort out work.” These are example tasks, not a required workflow.
Use a reminder to check the list before the day ends. After the reset, review missed tasks and deliberately add back anything that still matters. This keeps returning work a choice instead of letting an old backlog define every new day.
What else can the app do?
For Today includes streaks from completed days, completed and missed task tracking, recent history and reminders. You can also export the current task list as a PDF when you need a copy outside the app.
The distinction between current and historical content matters here: the listing promises PDF export for the current task list, not a complete archive export.
Questions before downloading
Is For Today a project management app?
Its listed focus is a short daily task list. If your workflow depends on shared projects, task dependencies or team assignments, those features are not established by the current listing.
Can I bring an unfinished task back?
Yes. The listing says you can add past tasks again, with recent history available and full history offered through Pro.
What does For Today Pro include?
Pro unlocks unlimited open tasks, full task history and full statistics. The app is free to download; check the App Store for current upgrade prices in your region.
Does it support my language and iPhone?
The current version requires iOS 26.0 or later and lists English, German and Spanish.
Explore For Today
See For Today features, screenshots and FAQs, or view Tasks - For Today on the App Store.
Source: the developer’s App Store listing, checked 31 October 2026. This guide describes listed features, not a hands-on review. Availability, pricing and requirements may change; check the listing before downloading.