Apps are everywhere and can be used for almost anything. While many can be extremely useful, some can also be deceptive and downright dangerous. The plethora of apps for beginner, intermediate, and advanced witches is a prime example of how these convenient and extremely accessible programs can lead users down a very dark road.

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In the old days, most knowledge of the dark arts was passed down through covens, families, secret groups, and ancient books. Nowadays, however, it’s as easy as downloading an app. Spells, curses, and potions are right at one’s fingertips through the phone or computer.

Pagan Apps are Available to Kids and Teens

The sheer number of apps available that could guide someone through occult rituals and practices is staggering. Some of these apps have age limits of 16+, while others allow children as young as ten to chat with a spirit, learn about astrology, or dabble with potions. A disturbing number of apps allow children ages 13 and up to participate in tarot readings, moon worship, occult meditation, and more.

Some might believe that using apps which promote paganism/witchcraft is nothing more than harmless dabbling, but this is far from the truth. In fact, many apps offer specific information for how to write spells, participate in shadow work, conjure mischief, contact the dead, and connect with beings from “other realms.” Sifting through these apps is enough to make the hair on the back of one’s neck stand up, and using them can open doors to the demonic.

Research into witchcraft and pagan apps reveals content that is alarming, persuasive, and very accessible. For example, the Wicca Witchcraft and Spells app can be downloaded by kids as young as 12. The description of the app sounds convincing to curious users who are looking to take control of their lives. “Wicca is your gateway to harnessing the energies of the universe and casting powerful spells.” The key features listed for the app include wiccan spells, where one can “explore a vast collection of meticulously crafted spells for love, prosperity, healing, and more. From simple rituals to complex incantations, our app guides you step-by-step in performing powerful spells to manifest your desires.”

That’s not all, however, because the app also shows curious witches how to use magical herbs, candles, crystals, and all the earth elements. There’s even an AI-powered practitioner that “provides personalized guidance based on your interests and intentions.”

While this particular app requires a subscription, there are plenty of free ones available, or others that offer limited access. This means practically anyone can take these occult practices out for a spin and see if it’s something they would explore further.

Tarot, Spells, and Covens

Labyrinthos Tarot Reading is another popular app rated ages 13 and up that will allow users to access as many as 78 tarot cards, guiding them through all the symbolic meanings. Interactive lessons teach anyone how to build a solid foundation in tarot reading. The Book of Shadow app is also accessible to all ages (rated E for Everyone) and contains hundreds of spells, occult prayers, and incantations.

The Witchy Coven app, marketed to ages 17 and up, is described as a tool to “unlock the way to your higher self.” Inside the app are “daily unlocks” where one can “embark on a step-by-step exploration of esoteric wisdom,” and be guided “through sacred practices and teachings.” It provides connections with a “vibrant community of witches,” where one can share spells, rituals, and learn about everything from candle magic and runes to tarot and enchantment.

The Darkness of Shadow Work

It’s important to note that when it comes to apps that present more advanced magical content, users are often asked to complete a week or more of shadow work, which is where a witch confronts their own inner darkness. The goal is to affirm, embrace, connect, and even bond with the very things that lead to sin or cause trauma. Instead of turning from the darkness, hopeful witches are asked to normalize and even work with it, so it becomes part of their identity. Actually, there are plenty of apps on the market that focus solely on shadow work.

Black Magic Apps

The apps already described are just the tip of the iceberg, but there are many darker apps out there if one wants to find them. A warning is issued for these “higher level” programs, such as “if you’re seeking apps that delve into the more advanced, or darker aspects of witchcraft, it’s essential to approach them with discernment and respect for the practices they represent.” In the world of black magic, users are taught how to harm, curse, manipulate, or control. App developers warn that black magic can “invite negative spirits and energies” into one’s life. Thus, it’s suggested that these apps aren’t for dabblers, or anyone who is simply “exploring.”

Talking to the Dead

Those who are interested in witchcraft are often curious about spirits and communicating with the dead. With apps like Necrophone (Rated Everyone) and Spirit Box Communicator (Rated Teen), curious kids or adults can attempt to contact spirits by using EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon), or their own voices. Users are given instructions for contacting spirits, as well as strategies for avoiding “negative” energies. Necrophone records and saves the responses of these energies/spirits so they can be analyzed at a later time.

If someone wants to go beyond apps, it’s also easy to link up with free witch communities found on platforms such as Pagans and Witches Amino, Wicca and Paganism Community App, Reddit Witchcraft, and various Discord servers where one can chat in real-time with other witches. On these platforms, it’s simple to exchange spells, discuss occult experiences, and swap ideas.

ChatGPT and the Occult

Witchcraft and other pagan practices are easy to access with an app, but perhaps one of the quickest ways to get information is with ChatGPT. Simply ask this generative language model to write a spell, and it will be done in a matter of seconds. ChatGPT will tailor the spell based on your intention (what you want to accomplish) and correspondences (props such as candles, herbs, moon phases, crystals, etc). It will also provide ritual actions, symbols, or gestures, and a “safe” way to release the energy after the spell (known as grounding).

ChatGPT will offer more than spells and incantations. When asked, it will also give step-by-step directions on how to become a witch. Its “quick starter checklist” includes things like “practice meditations daily, build a small altar or sacred space, or learn to ground and center.” It even offers to provide a 30-day beginner plan, which reveals the resources, supplies, books, and tools needed to jump into the witchcraft world.

ChatGPT offering instructions for practicing witchcraft is alarming, but the truth is that it has also provided step-by-step instructions for self-harm, devil worship, ritual bloodletting, and even sacrifices to Molech. Not only will ChatGPT give instructions, it will also offer encouragement. Additionally, AstroGPT uses OpenAI’s GPT model to give astrological readings, daily horoscopes, tarot readings, and interpret birth charts.

It is painfully clear that the world we live in is saturated with AI and technology that can be used to pursue the occult. How do we protect ourselves and our children from the demonic influence of apps and computer programs that make witchcraft and other pagan practices so easily accessible?

Know the Dangers and Educate Others

Certainly, we must educate our children, family, friends, and community members about these apps. It’s important they understand that even just a little dabbling or exploring into the occult opens dangerous doors to the dark realm. Currently, lawmakers are not taking up this issue regarding age limits on the apps because the content is not construed as dangerous. In fact, books, movies, and video games promoting witchcraft and the occult have been marketed to young people for many years, well before apps made their debut. Thus, the content is not viewed as harmful.

Of course, we know this type of content is sinister, and this is why we must pray.

1. Pray that pagan strongholds in our society would be torn down and replaced by the truth of the gospel.
2. Pray that the money behind these apps would dry up and, instead, more apps would be offered that help people live biblically.
3. Pray for parents to be on high alert when it comes to what their kids are downloading onto their phones and computers. Pray they would stay involved and protect their children from demonic content.
4. As AI continues to grow and develop at an exponential rate, pray for God’s mighty hand to intervene. It’s easy to see how AI could be used as “Antichrist Intelligence.”

Lord Jesus, we need Your discernment and protection in the world of AI. Whether it’s an app or the latest technological breakthrough, help us reject those things that are harmful and deceptive.

The rise of occult apps is disturbing. How can we pray about this very serious issue?

Angela Rodriguez is an author, blogger, and former teacher who studies the signs of the times, as well as the historical and biblical connections between Israel and the United States. You can visit her blogs at 67owls.com and 100trumpets.com. She is also the author of Psalm 91: Under the Wings of Jesus and Hallelujah’s Great Ride. Photo Credit: Gilles Lambert on Unsplash.