Color-Coded Alerts

LimitLog uses an intuitive color system to help you understand your usage status at a glance. No need to do mental math — just look at the colors.

The Three Status Levels

Green — Safe Zone (0-70%)

When you see green, you're in good shape:

• Plenty of headroom remaining
• No action needed
• Use your subscription freely

Yellow — Caution Zone (70-90%)

Yellow means it's time to be mindful:

• You're using your subscription well
• Start being conscious of usage
• Consider if you need to slow down

Red — Warning Zone (90%+)

Red indicates you're approaching or at your limit:

• Very little headroom left
• Risk of hitting your limit
• May need to wait for reset or upgrade

How It Looks on Cards

Here's how the colors appear on actual app cards at different usage levels:

The color applies to:

• Progress bar — The main visual indicator
• Usage text — The numbers also change color
• Remaining count — Shows how much is left

Card Styling

In some views, the entire card may have subtle styling changes:

• Border color hints
• Background tinting
• Icon emphasis

Why These Thresholds?

70% — Early Warning

We chose 70% as the first threshold because:

• Gives you 30% buffer
• Time to adjust behavior
• Prevents surprise overages

90% — Urgent Warning

The 90% threshold signals urgency:

• Only 10% remaining
• High risk of hitting limit
• Immediate attention needed

Customizing Thresholds

Currently, LimitLog uses fixed thresholds (70% and 90%) that work well for most users. Custom thresholds are on our roadmap for future updates.

Dashboard Overview

When viewing your dashboard, the color system helps you:

Prioritize Attention

Scan your dashboard and immediately see which apps need attention. Red apps stand out, yellow apps catch your eye, and green apps fade into the background.

Make Decisions

The colors help you decide:

• All green? — You're managing well
• Some yellow? — Check those apps soon
• Any red? — Take action now

Track Patterns

Over time, you'll notice patterns:

• Which apps consistently hit yellow/red
• Which apps you barely use
• Where you might be overpaying

Tips for Using Alerts

Check Daily

A quick glance at your dashboard takes seconds. Make it part of your routine.

Act on Yellow

Don't wait for red. When you see yellow:

• Check your actual usage in the service
• Decide if you need to slow down
• Plan for the rest of your billing cycle

Investigate Red

When an app turns red:

1. Verify the usage is accurate
2. Check when your limit resets
3. Decide if you need to upgrade or wait

Next Steps

• Reset Dates & Billing Cycles — Understand when limits refresh
• Dashboard Overview — Navigate your dashboard effectively