FocusWall
Type why. Wait. Then choose.
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iOS
About
FocusWall is a different kind of app blocker: it slows you down on purpose.
When you try to open a blocked app, FocusWall shows a short pause. You write why you're opening it, wait, and then choose what happens next—so autopilot scrolling turns into a moment of awareness.
INTENTION, NOT LECTURES
A simple "why" field turns impulse into a choice you can notice. A brief wait helps you decide if you really want to open the app. Your entries are saved in an on-device intent journal you can review later.
TWO MODES FOR REAL LIFE
Soft mode adds friction with a path forward when you truly need access. Hard mode offers stronger protection when you want bypassing off the table.
PROFILES & SCHEDULES
Create profiles for different contexts—work, evenings, study, and more. Use weekday schedules so blocking lines up with your routine.
BUILT THE APPLE WAY
FocusWall uses Apple's Screen Time and Family Controls system. There is no VPN and no configuration profiles. Your data stays on your device with SwiftData.
LOCK SETTINGS
Optional Face ID or device passcode protection for FocusWall settings.
FocusWall supports iPhone and iPad (iOS 17+). It is designed for students, deep work, ADHD-friendly routines, social media breaks, digital detox goals, and anyone who wants less mindless phone use.
Note: FocusWall blocks selected apps using Apple's APIs. It does not filter websites in Safari.
Highlights
- Pause before blocked apps: write why, wait, then continue or stop
- On-device intent journal you can review later
- Soft mode: mindful friction with a path forward when you need access
- Hard mode: stronger protection when bypassing should be off the table
- Profiles for different contexts (work, study, evenings, and more)
- Weekday schedules aligned with your routine
- Built on Apple Screen Time / Family Controls (no VPN, no configuration profiles)
- Privacy-first: SwiftData storage on your device
- Optional Face ID or device passcode lock for FocusWall settings
- iPhone and iPad (iOS 17+)