The issue with the ShinyHunt app not saving counts or time data has been reported by several users, especially after previously working as expected. This problem can manifest as counts not staying updated or the time not resetting per encounter2.

Here are steps and troubleshooting suggestions to address the issue:

- Force Stop and Restart the App: On Android, go to Settings » ShinyHunt » Force Stop, then reopen the app and see if the problem resolves2.
- Clear App Cache and Data: Sometimes corrupted app data can interfere with saving. In your device settings, clear the cache and, if that fails, clear all app data (note: this could delete local data)2.
- Check for App Updates: Ensure you're on the latest version of ShinyHunt, as bugs are sometimes patched in updates.
- Reinstall the App: Uninstall and reinstall ShinyHunt to reset any corrupted files that may be causing the app not to save counts or time.
- Check Permissions: Make sure the app has permissions to write data to storage, which can affect its ability to save progress.
- Account Sync/Backup: If you use a ShinyHunt account to sync data, log out and back in, or check your network connection, as syncing issues may prevent saving5.
- Contact Developer: If none of the above solutions work, you can reach out to the developer, Brandon Fearing, via the support email provided in app documentation2.

> Was working perfectly last night but now count wont stay updated and time wont reset per encounter2.

If the problem persists after these steps, it may be due to a bug in the app's current version. Multiple users across platforms (Android, Mac, Windows) have reported similar issues recently, which suggests a potential widespread problem2. Monitoring for app updates and reporting your issue to the developer is recommended.