This update fixes a few intermittent but annoying bugs: - Fixed an issue where some browsers could not be enabled for stats due to a race condition - Fixed pairing code not being generated right after purchasing a subscription and required an app restart - Fixed idle time not being honored after the breaks got over automatically As always, if you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update adds more control over Smart Pause, makes screen sharing detection more reliable, and fixes a couple of planned break issues: - You can now choose which apps are excluded from video detection. Common video editors and music apps (like Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, and Spotify) are added automatically if they're installed, and you can remove them or add your own. - Snooze limit notifications are now off by default -- you can turn them back on in Settings if you'd like the reminders. - Fixed "Start break" in Quick Look starting a regular break instead of the planned break shown as next. - Fixed snoozing a planned break from the break screen trimming a little time off it -- it now keeps its full duration. - Other small improvements and enhancements. As always, if you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update is a small one focused on fixing a few issues from 2.2.0: - Fixed an issue where smart pause could get stuck thinking you were still typing (or dragging), keeping your breaks paused even after you'd stopped. - Fixed the "+1m" snooze on the break reminder skipping the next reminder -- it now reappears before your break as expected. - Fixed planned breaks scheduled just after midnight not showing up as the next break until the day rolled over. - Fixed break stats occasionally showing a cut-off duration like "3-" instead of "30s". - Other small improvements and enhancements. As always, if you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update adds Planned Breaks, improves smart pausing, and fixes a few small issues: - Added Planned Breaks: breaks that happen at a fixed time you choose, like a lunch pause or an afternoon walk. Set them up under Settings → Screen Breaks → Planned breaks. - Improved meeting detection so breaks resume more reliably after a call ends. - The countdown icon in the break reminder now reflects your current activity. - Custom break durations can now be set in hours. - Skipping a break no longer shows a warning, so it is quicker to dismiss. - Restored the edit menu in custom break messages so you can copy and paste. - Long breaks can now be dismissed with a double Escape. - Fixed a few licensing issues. - Cleaned up the menu bar menu by removing some extra items. - Other small improvements and enhancements. If you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update contains the following improvements: - LookAway now treats dictation similar to typing and pauses if dictation is active when a break is less than 10 seconds away. This gives you enough time to finish your thoughts and not be interrupted mid sentence. It works out of the box with many popular dictation apps, but you can add choose your own apps under Settings → Smart Pause → Dictation Apps. - A new setting in wellness reminders has been added which allows you to hide reminders from being captured during screen sharing or recording. - A new toggle is added in screen breaks settings page to disable "x snoozes left" notification. - Fixed an issue where clicking on snooze buttons in break reminder would sometimes open up Quick Look. - Fixed a rare bug where the font editor window opens up and doesn't go away. - Other small improvements and enhancements.

This update contains the following fixes: - When no snooze limit is set, the snooze message no longer appears - Volume settings now have the same number of adjustments - Wavebox is now supported for website usage stats - When menu bar display setting is set to "icon and text", the "Stopped" state now only shows the icon to save space. If you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update brings the following changes: - Stats can now show website usage along with app usage. Go to Settings → Stats to enable it. - You can limit snoozes per session in addition to per day. Go to Settings → Screen Breaks to configure. - Fix gaming detection - Fix deep focus app detection - Exclude Endel app from video detection - Optimize CPU usage If you have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out at hello@lookaway.app

This update contains the following improvements: - Snooze options can now be accessed from the menu bar context menu (right-click) - Added support for iPad sync If you face any issues or have any feedback, don't hesitate to reach out!

LookAway 2.0 is here with a major update focused on insight, polish, and a more beautiful experience. • Screen Score — a new metric that shows how well you’re following healthy screen habits throughout the day • Detailed Stats Dashboard — see your screen time patterns, session lengths, break history, and app usage • Quick Look panel — a mini control center from the menu bar with live session info and quick actions • Liquid Glass redesign — rebuilt interface designed for macOS Tahoe • Animated break backgrounds — calm, ambient visuals for your break screens • New sounds — gentler and more calming reminders • Postpone limits — set boundaries so breaks don’t get pushed forever • Numerous improvements and refinements across the app If LookAway helps you feel better during long screen sessions, a quick review on the App Store helps more people discover it.

- Changed the idle controls naming to be more accurate

This update contains the following fixes and improvements: 1. Add an option to disable the "Did you take a break" notification in Settings → Smart Pause 2. Fix a bug where LookAway starts automatically after an hour 3. Fix excessive CPU usage and freezes when a microphone is added or removed 4. Fix video & meeting detection falsely triggering from QuickLook extension If you face any issues or have any feedback, do let me know!

This update contains the following fixes and improvements: 1. Fix a bug where meeting detection would kick in even after it's turned off 2. Calendar Events Smart Pause: Added an option to only pause for accepted events If you face any issues or have any feedback, do let me know!

This update contains the following fixes and improvements: 1. Fix a bug where the break reminder and countdown disappears when you go idle 2. Added support for frequencies as low as 10 seconds in Wellness Reminders 3. Added preparations for 2.0 If you face any issues or have any feedback, do let me know!

This update contains the following fixes and improvements: 1. Fix a bug where the "Settings" button in smart pause notifications did not work 2. Add a "Don't Show Again" button to smart pause notifications If you face any issues or have any feedback, do let me know!

This update contains the following fixes and improvements: 1. Office Hours do not change anymore when you move to a different timezone. 2. A custom duration for the reminder visibility can now be set from settings. 3. Fix a bug where, for some users, LookAway would pause itself momentarily. 4. A potential fix for the bug where none of the shortcuts appear under Automation settings. If you face any issues or have any feedback, do let me know!

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This update contains the following enhancements and fixes: - Added a new compact design for break reminder notifications. The compact design shows the most essential information, and the rest of the information is visible on hover. You can switch it from the Break Schedule settings. - Added flexible scheduling options to office hours. This lets you customize the office hours for each day separately. Head over to Break Schedule → Office Hours to set it up! If you face any issues, don't hesitate to reach out!

This update packs a ton of performance & stability improvements, including the following fixes: - Fixed a bug where, in a multi-monitor setup, the break screen would show the default wallpaper instead of the actual wallpaper on secondary screens. - Fixed a bug where postponing a break failed via Raycast when the countdown was visible - Quick screen lock and unlock doesn't cause the timer to restart anymore If you face any issues, don't hesitate to reach out!

LookAway now syncs with your iPhone to block distracting apps and websites during breaks. When your Mac takes a break, your phone does too – keeping you truly unplugged. To get started, please download LookAway Mirror on the iPhone. It's a companion app for your iPhone that syncs with LookAway on your Mac. When your Mac goes on break, your iPhone automatically blocks distracting websites and non-essential apps. No more mindlessly scrolling through social media when you should be resting your eyes. The setup is incredibly simple: - Update to LookAway 1.14 on your Mac - Download LookAway Mirror on your iPhone - Open Settings → iPhone Sync on your Mac and click "Pair a new iPhone" - Enter the pairing code on your phone That's it! Your devices are now in sync.

In this update: - Fixed a bug where if smart pause is active and screen is locked, then LookAway doesn't restart on screen unlock - Other minor bug fixes

In this update: - Fixed a bug where settings window appeared in the background for some users - Other minor bug fixes and performance improvements

In this update: - Fixed a bug where the first break fade-in was jittery for some users - Added a button for leaving a review in the About page

This update contains the following improvements and fixes: - Improve break schedule settings structure - Calendar event smart pause doesn't show the event name in the menu bar anymore - Overtime nudge is now disabled by default. You can enable it from Settings → Break Schedule → Overtime Nudge - Add keyboard shortcuts options for starting and stopping LookAway. You can also do this via the Raycast extension. - Potential fix for the wallpaper rendering bug for some users - You can now optionally hide the calendar event name in menu bar during Smart Pause. Head over to Calendar detection settings to toggle it off. - Make overtime nudge more dynamic and less repetitive - Now you can choose between camera or microphone for meeting detection - Notifications can now be swiped to dismiss - Fix crashes in some cases

This update is for refreshing the App Store screenshots