ScrollBuddy
End the doomscrolling loop
Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
You don’t have a willpower problem, these algorithms have gotten too good.
You don’t have a willpower problem, these algorithms have gotten too good
ScrollBuddy ends the delete-reinstall cycle by adding friction that sticks: set it once, and your phone helps you follow through.
Why willpower fails
• Social apps are built to win the micro-battle every time.
• Deleting works for a week… then you reinstall “just to check.”
• Pure self-control burns out by evening.
How ScrollBuddy breaks the loop
• Schedules, not guilt: Pick windows (work, evenings, weekends) or a daily budget. When time’s up, a kind block screen appears.
• All your doomscroll apps together: Limit TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit and more in one place.
• Micro-escape, not relapse: Short “take a break” timers replace the all-or-nothing binge.
• Buddy accountability (optional): Share a code with a partner or friend for gentle guardrails.
• Smart nudges: Warnings before you run out, high-five when you stay on plan.
Why it works
• Removes decision fatigue, your plan runs automatically.
• Adds friendly friction right when the urge hits.
• Turns a solo struggle into a shared commitment.
Privacy first
• Built on Apple Screen Time APIs, no VPNs, no creepy tracking.
• Your usage stays on device. No ads.
Subscription: ScrollBuddy Premium (auto-renewing).
Lengths: Monthly and Annual. Prices vary by region and currency.
Auto-renew: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in ScrollBuddy Settings › Cancel Subscription or Delete Account(or through Settings › Apple ID › Subscriptions after purchase in your settings app), after purchase. If you’re tired of deleting, reinstalling, and feeling bad, ScrollBuddy gives you a kinder system that wins the long game: so you can focus, sleep on time, and feel calmer about your phone.
Terms & Conditions: https://doomscrollr.vercel.app/terms
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Create intention gate for an app → verify gate triggers on app open (Shortcuts automation)
Start intention session → verify timer/usage tracking → verify session end + shield
Grace period: pro user can set per-app grace (0-30s), free user sees locked UI
Partner flow: request approval → partner approves/denies → notifications sent
Streaks: daily stats recorded, streak count computed, streak-loss warning on delete
Premium gates: free user hits 1 schedule/1 gate limit → Alert with upgrade option
Schedule unblock modal: app icons display, keyboard avoids text field, button scrolls with content
Intention gate modal: real app icon, keyboard avoidance, simplified layout
Crash recovery: kill app during active session → reopen → session correctly restored or ended
The developer, Aaron Vinod, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Contact Info
- Identifiers
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Provider
- Aaron Vinod
- Size
- 60.6 MB
- Category
- Productivity
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 15.1 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Infrequent
Contests
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Lifetime Premium USD 49.99
- Yearly Premium USD 19.99
- Weekly Premium USD 1.99
- Monthly Premium USD 3.99
- Copyright
- 2025 Avini ©