I'm ashamed to admit that I have a problem with self-control. Like so many others, I've spent hours scrolling through apps I swore I'd avoid, putting off what truly matters. I created FocusPledge not just as a tool, but as a commitment—a way to take back control, stay accountable, and prioritize the life I want to build. If it can help me, I know it can help you too.
Harveen Atwal
Founder, FocusPledge
In 2021, I was fed up with how much time I was wasting on my phone, so I decided to take action. I used Apple's Screen Time to set limits on my most addictive apps.
At first, it was tough. Every time I tried to open YouTube, Instagram, or Chrome, I was blocked. But, I later found myself ignoring the limit. I didn't have the willpower to stick with my self-imposed limits.
Fast forward to 2024, and I'm mindlessly listening to an episode of the IndieHackers podcast with Courtland Allen and Dmitry Dragilev, until they bring up the topic of dopamine fasting.
That moment clicked for me—dopamine fasting was the solution I’d been searching for. It wasn’t just about blocking apps, but about changing my relationship with technology and building lasting focus. That's when the idea for FocusPledge was born.
When you select an app to block, FocusPledge will show a screen any time you open the app. If you want to remove the screen, you'll need to break your pledge.
Each session requires a $1 pledge, which is only charged if you break your focus session early. If you stay focused, there is no cost!
Your screen time data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy. No account necessary.
Currently, FocusPledge is exclusively designed for iPhones. We're working hard to bring it to other platforms in the future, so stay tuned!
If you decide to end your session early, the fee is forfeit and will be used to cover our expenses such as server costs, customer service, and technology support.
Get started with FocusPledge today and turn your screen time into you time. Stay focused, achieve more, and feel the difference today!
