Unrot adds intentional friction before you open brain-rotting apps — giving your prefrontal cortex time to override impulsive behavior.
Features
Everything you need to break the cycle of compulsive app usage, from gentle friction to hard locks.
Adds a 5 second to 1 minute delay before opening addictive apps. Enough time for your brain to reconsider.
Set session time limits from 5 minutes to 1 hour. When time is up, the shield comes back.
Completely block apps you want zero access to. No delays, no workarounds — just blocked.
See your real screen time and app open counts. Know exactly where your time goes.
Activate Focus mode to hard lock all restricted apps. Deep work, no distractions.
Get alerts when you hit session limits and reminders to take breaks from scrolling.
How It Works
Getting started takes less than a minute. Unrot works silently in the background using Apple's Screen Time API.
Select which apps you want to control — TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, X, Snapchat, Reddit, and more.
Configure open delays, session limits, or hard locks for each app. Customize based on how much control you need.
When you try to open a controlled app, Unrot gives you a moment to decide. Close or continue — the choice is yours.
The Science
Social media apps are designed to bypass your prefrontal cortex — the part of your brain responsible for rational decision-making. They trigger dopamine loops that make you open them without thinking.
Unrot introduces a small delay — just enough for your prefrontal cortex to engage. Research shows that even a 5-second interruption can break the automatic habit loop and let you make a conscious choice. It's not about willpower. It's about giving your brain a fighting chance.
Works With
To reverse the decay caused by excessive digital consumption. To restore mental clarity, focus, and intentional living.
Download on the App Store