It's Not Your Fault

Big Tech's apps are designed to keep you hooked.

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Trigger

Notifications, boredom, FOMO

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Action

Opening the app "just for a minute"

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Variable Reward

The unpredictable dopamine hit

You're not alone. This is a very common cycle.

Years of Your Life Lost to Scrolling

See how much of your future will be spent on social media

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Instead, you could start 2 successful businesses

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How unhookd Works

A simple system to break the scroll cycle

  • Select the social media apps you want to get unhookd from. Once chosen, these apps remain inaccessible outside your planned access times (aka Slots).
    • Phone screen showing locked social apps
  • Schedule specific time slots for social media use. Plan when you want to allow access:during lunch, after work, or weekend downtime. You decide when and why you engage.
  • Have an emergency?Need quick access outside your planned slots? Peeks allow temporary access for 2, 5, 10, or 20 minutes. You'll need to provide a reason, helping you stay mindful about why you're reaching for that specific app.
  • Beyond social media, lock any distracting app you choose, from Candy Crush to the Weather app. Create a digital space that supports your goals and well-being.
The first lock-by-default solution that actually works.
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Our Users Are unhookd

Don't take our word for it. Here's what they have to say about the app.

  • I’ve been using unhookd for a couple weeks now, and it has been amazing! I only use it for social media, and it has taken my daily average from 3.5 hours down to only 20 minutes a day! Works wonders for me, thank you.

    JP Boyd

  • Since installing unhookd, my screen time has dropped by half! The extra step it adds before opening my distracting apps really makes me pause and think.

    Andrew K

  • I'm finally 'unhookd' from Instagram and as a result way more focused at work. For the first time in years, I actually feel in control of my phone...

    Mile B

Tired of being controlled by your "social" apps?

Without unhookd

  • Unconscious opening and endless scrolling
  • Average 2h 30m daily disappearing into feeds
  • First thing you check within 5 minutes of waking
  • Constant interruptions breaking your focus
  • Guilt after every unplanned session

With unhookd

  • Apps only available when you choose
  • Set boundaries that actually work
  • Start your day with intention, not by scrolling
  • Deep focus during work and family time
  • Freedom from guilt and digital impulse

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No, unhookd doesn't block your apps permanently. It blocks them by default and makes them available during your scheduled slots or when you use peek access. You remain in full control of when you access your apps.
  • Most apps require you to actively block apps each time. unhookd flips the script by making blocked the default state. This fundamental difference means you're making a conscious choice to use social media, not a conscious choice to block it.
  • Yes! unhookd works with all major social platforms including Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and YouTube. You can also add any distracting app to your unhookd list, including games, news apps, or shopping platforms.
  • Yes. For unexpected needs, our peek access lets you select a duration (2, 5, 10, or 20 minutes) and state your reason before granting brief, time-limited access. This small moment of mindfulness helps turn automatic habits into conscious choices while keeping you in complete control.
  • Yes! Set different slots for different days, create special schedules for weekends, or temporary disable if you're having one of those days. Your access schedule is completely customizable to fit your life.
  • 100% yes. unhookd works with Apple's Screen Time API to monitor app usage locally on your device. All your data stays on your device and is never sold or shared with third parties. Your privacy is a core value for us, which is why we chose to build with Apple's privacy-focused tools.
  • You can easily pause unhookd for a day or a specific period without losing your settings.
  • unhookd isn't designed to help you quit social media completely! It's designed to help you use it intentionally.
  • unhookd offers a free tier with essential features including blocking up to 3 apps, 2 time slots per day, and 5 peek accesses per day. For unlimited apps, slots, and peeks, plus advanced features, unhookd PRO is available for $4.99/month or $29.99/year.
  • Currently, unhookd is only available for iOS devices (iPhone and iPad). We're focused on delivering the best possible experience on iOS first, and may consider Android in the future based on user demand.
  • Setup takes about 2 minutes: Download unhookd from the App Store, grant Screen Time permissions, select the apps you want to block by default, and set your first scheduled slot. That's it - you're unhookd!
  • unhookd is designed to add mindful friction, not be an unbreakable prison. You can always use peek access to get temporary access. The goal is to make you pause and think before opening social media, not to lock you out completely.

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