A free tool
How long should your break be?
Answer two quick questions about your usage and get a recommended length, plus a preview of what to expect along the way.
How it works
Two questions, weighted the way tolerance actually builds — how often, and for how long. The more of either, the longer the recommended reset.
What's your usual use, lately?
How long has that been the pattern?
What are you hoping to get from this?
optionalAnswer both questions above to see your recommended length.
How this is calculated
The recommendation weighs two things: how often you're using, and how long that's been your pattern. Both matter — someone using heavily for a month and someone using lightly for three years can land on a similar recommendation, because frequency and duration each push tolerance up in their own way. Heavier, longer-running patterns generally take longer to reset, so the calculator leans toward longer breaks as either factor increases.
This is a starting estimate, not a precise measurement — nobody's tolerance resets on a fixed schedule. Three days shows you something even if the calculator recommends thirty; thirty compounds the reset even if you started at three. The length here is a reasonable floor to plan around, not a hard requirement.
Want the full day-by-day picture?
See what each stage actually feels like, from day one to the other side.
Common questions
How does this calculator work?
It weighs how often you use and how long that pattern has been in place. More frequent, longer-running patterns generally need more time to reset, so the recommendation increases with both factors.
What if I don't fit neatly into one category?
Pick whichever option is closest — this is a starting estimate, not a precise measurement. It's exactly why Daybreak tracks your actual days instead of asking you to trust an average.
Can I pick a different length than what's recommended?
Yes — it's a reasonable starting point, not a rule. You can choose any length on the start page, including a custom number of days.
This calculator gives a general estimate based on commonly reported patterns, not medical advice. If you're concerned about dependence or withdrawal, talk to a healthcare provider.