Help & FAQ
How to use the HypeRate Stepcounter widget and answers to common questions.
How to Use
- Connect Step Counter: Visit
stepcounter.hyperate.ioand grant motion sensor permissions on your smartphone. - Set Activity Goals: Configure your daily step goal, distance targets, and calorie objectives.
- Customize Widget: Choose your widget style, colors, and which metrics to display (steps, distance, calories).
- Start Tracking: Begin your walk or fitness activity — the step counter automatically tracks your movement.
- Add to Stream: Copy the widget URL and add it as a Browser Source in OBS or your streaming app.
FAQ
What is HypeRate Step Counter?
HypeRate Step Counter is a real-time step tracking widget for streamers. It displays your daily steps, distance walked, calories burned, and fitness goals on your stream overlay — ideal for fitness, walking, and IRL content.
How does the step counter track my steps?
It uses your smartphone’s built-in motion sensors (accelerometer). No GPS required — saves battery and works indoors and outdoors.
Can I use this for charity walks or fitness challenges?
Absolutely — perfect for charity walks, fitness challenges, step competitions, and any stream where you want to share progress.
What data can I display on stream?
Steps, distance (km/miles), calories burned, walking time, and progress toward daily goals — all updating in real time.
Do I need special equipment?
No. Any smartphone with an accelerometer works — which includes virtually all modern devices.