Short answers to the questions we hear most. Anything else, send us a note.
Is illume really free?
Yes. There is no paid tier, no ads, and nothing to buy. illume is a nonprofit project.
How long does the quiz take?
About three minutes. The Journey Test is eight statements, the path questions are a few more, and the optional Connect with God Test is twenty-four quick questions.
Do I need to know the Bible?
No. Every guide comes with a plain-language summary of who they were and what happened, and each weekly step points you to one passage to read.
What happens after I sign up?
You take the Journey Test, confirm your journey, find your path and guide, and your first step is waiting on your dashboard. The next one arrives by email on Monday.
Can I change my path or guide?
Anytime. From your dashboard you can retake the test, browse all paths and guides, or close a path and start another. Your history is kept on your profile.
Why do you ask for my city and phone?
Your city lets us suggest real places near you for connecting with God. Your phone is for optional text reminders, which are off unless you turn them on. We never sell or share your details.
Is there a mobile app?
illume works on any phone. Open it in your browser, then add it to your home screen (Safari: Share, then Add to Home Screen; Chrome: menu, then Add to Home screen) and it opens like an app.
Which Bible translation do you use?
Reflections point you to passages by reference so you can read them in whatever Bible you use. Where we quote a verse in the app, it is from the World English Bible, a public-domain translation.
Who can see my journal?
Only you. Journal entries are private to your account.