App failing to accept different date format #4
Description
Description:
The app fails to accept or correctly parse date inputs in formats other than a single predefined format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY). Users attempting to enter dates in alternative formats (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD, or localized formats) encounter errors, validation failures, or incorrect date processing. This limits usability for users in regions with different date conventions and causes confusion during data entry.
Steps to Reproduce:
Download and install the app from the official app store (iOS/Android).
Navigate to a date input field (e.g., during form submission or profile setup).
Enter a date in a non-standard format (e.g., 27/09/2025 for DD/MM/YYYY or 2025-09-27 for YYYY-MM-DD).
Submit the form or attempt to save the input.
Observe the error message (e.g., "Invalid date format") or incorrect date interpretation.
Expected Behavior:
The app should support multiple common date formats (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD) or dynamically adjust based on the user's locale settings. Clear guidance on accepted formats should be provided in the UI.
Actual Behavior:
The app rejects or misinterprets dates entered in formats other than the default, causing input failures or data errors.
Environment:
Device: iOS/Android (specify version if known)
OS Version: e.g., iOS 17+ or Android 14+
App Version: Latest (as of September 27, 2025)
Locale: Any region using non-MM/DD/YYYY formats (e.g., UK, EU, India)