ScrollBump: Reduce Screen Time

ScrollBump: Reduce Screen Time

Proudly annoying.

Adds friction to scrolling distractive apps with short breaks, that make doomscrolling not fun, while never completely locking you out.

You can set rules like: “For every X minutes spent on “your distracting apps of choice” while at location Y block it for Z minutes.”

This keeps you from doomscrolling at home, work, or the gym, without affecting you when you’re just killing time on a commute.

When an app is blocked, it is covered with a customizable “shield” and you can put your dog’s photo and a message on the shield.

Why this works: the short blocks make doomscrolling super annoying, but they don’t lock you out completely—if you really need the app, you can wait a few seconds and continue.

Productivity · Self-improvement · iOS

Features

Short timed blocks that add friction to scrolling without fully locking the user out
Custom rules: “After X minutes on chosen distracting apps at location Y, block for Z minutes”
Location-aware behavior so blocking only happens in places where doomscrolling is a problem (home, work, gym)
No interference during low-stakes contexts like commuting
Customizable blocking “shield” overlay with user-chosen photo (e.g., dog) and message
Blocks are brief enough to allow access if needed but annoying enough to break doomscrolling loops

Use Cases

Home focus mode: Blocks social media or news apps after a set time to prevent evening doomscrolling.
Work productivity: Limits distracting apps at the office, allowing only short breaks to maintain focus.
Gym/fitness sessions: Prevents app use during workouts, encouraging exercise without full lockout.
Commute flexibility: Allows app use while traveling, avoiding unnecessary friction.
Habit interruption: Short blocks create annoying pauses that break compulsive scrolling loops.
Custom motivation: Personalized shield images and messages provide gentle reminders or encouragement.
Time budgeting: Helps users manage daily app usage without fully removing access.
Mindful use reinforcement: Encourages conscious decision-making before reopening a blocked app.