Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about MindTarot: what it is, how it works, and how it differs from prediction-based tarot apps.
What is MindTarot?
MindTarot is a self-knowledge and introspection app that uses tarot as a starting point for personal reflection. It is not a fortune-telling or prediction app. Each card draw becomes a prompt to explore your emotions, understand recurring patterns, and grow in self-awareness, supported by AI interpretations contextualized to your intention and personal context. The app is available on iOS and Android, in English, French, and Russian.
How does MindTarot work?
You begin by setting an intention or question about something in your life. You then draw cards from one of several spread types, ranging from a quick one-card draw to deeper multi-card spreads. Google Gemini AI generates a personalized interpretation based on your intention, your emotional state, your profile, and your recent draw history. You can journal your reflection, chat with the AI to deepen exploration, and track patterns across draws over time.
Who created MindTarot?
MindTarot was co-created by Chiara Regazzoni (tarot teacher, therapist, and founder of La Tarot Académie) with the development team PVTDev. Chiara brings over twenty years of experience in psychological tarot and introspection-based practice. The app reflects her approach: tarot as a tool for self-reflection and emotional intelligence, not for predicting outcomes.
Is MindTarot a fortune-telling or prediction app?
No. MindTarot explicitly rejects the predictive use of tarot. The app does not claim to forecast events, reveal the future, or give answers about what will happen. Cards are used as a structured prompt for self-reflection, similar to how a therapist might use journaling exercises or open questions. The therapeutic value comes from the introspective practice itself, not from predicting anything.
How is MindTarot different from traditional tarot apps?
Most tarot apps focus on prediction or generic card meanings. MindTarot is different in four ways: (1) it explicitly rejects the predictive framing in favor of introspection; (2) AI interpretations are contextualized to your intention and emotional state, not generic; (3) it integrates a long-term journal with personalized psychological insights to identify patterns over time; (4) it is designed by an actual tarot teacher and therapist, not a generic app developer.
Do I need to know tarot to use MindTarot?
No. You do not need any prior knowledge of tarot. The AI generates interpretations adapted to your personal context, so the cards are explained to you in plain language, in relation to your intention. The onboarding only asks for your name and date of birth (optional, used for personalization). You can use the app from your very first draw without studying card meanings.
Can MindTarot replace therapy?
No. MindTarot is not a therapy service and does not replace mental health care. It is a complementary tool for self-reflection, journaling, and emotional exploration: practices that are well supported in psychological research. If you are experiencing significant emotional distress, please consult a licensed mental health professional. MindTarot can support an ongoing personal growth journey, but it is not a clinical service.
How does the AI personalize my interpretations?
Interpretations are generated by Google Gemini AI based on five inputs: your stated intention or question, the cards drawn (and whether reversed), your profile information (name, optional date of birth), your recent draw history for pattern recognition, and the chat conversation if you continue exploring. This means two users drawing the same cards with different intentions will receive different, personally relevant interpretations.
Is MindTarot free?
Yes, there is a free tier with limited access: a regular one-card draw, a small allowance of advanced multi-card spreads, and a limited number of AI chat messages per reading. Free access includes the journal, statistics, and core features. Premium unlocks generous draw allowances, all advanced spread types, longer chat sessions, and exclusive features like Guided Journeys.
How much does MindTarot Premium cost?
Premium is available as a monthly or annual subscription, with the annual plan offering a meaningful discount compared to monthly billing. Both plans unlock generous draw allowances, all spread types, longer AI chat conversations, themed Guided Journeys (quiz plus draw plus AI interpretation), and full access to the tarot documentation. Current pricing is shown directly in the App Store and Google Play. You can cancel anytime through your App Store or Google Play subscription settings.
Is my data private and secure?
Yes. MindTarot does not sell your data and does not display advertisements. All communications are encrypted with HTTPS and TLS. Data is stored in Firebase (Google Cloud, EU and US servers), protected by Firestore security rules and Firebase App Check. You can export your data at any time via Settings, and you can delete your account directly in the app: all data is permanently erased within thirty days.
What languages does MindTarot support?
MindTarot is fully available in English, French, and Russian. This includes the user interface, AI interpretations, AI chat conversations, personalized psychological insights, tarot card meanings, Guided Journeys content, the legal pages, and the onboarding. Additional languages may be considered based on user demand.
Want to go deeper?
Our Introspection Guide answers 10 common life questions through reflective insights inspired by tarot practice. You can also browse all 78 tarot cards and their meanings, or discover the MindTarot app directly.
Last updated: April 28, 2026
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