Łukasz Gandecki
Existing app blockers use fixed schedules, timers and counters.
Core trick
A Screen Time shield intercepts blocked app launches and sends the user's stated reason to Claude, which grants timed access.
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Existing app blockers use fixed schedules, timers and counters.
Let's add mindful intelligence to the Screen Time.
Allow Claude to help you make better decisions about your phone usage habits.
https://mindfulphone.app
README excerpt
# MindfulPhone **[mindfulphone.app](https://mindfulphone.app)** An iOS app that helps you be intentional about your phone usage. MindfulPhone blocks distracting apps and requires you to have a conversation with Claude AI before unlocking — encouraging a moment of reflection every time you reach for a distraction. ## How It Works 1. **Choose your distracting apps** — Pick the apps you want to be more mindful about (up to 50) 2. **Apps get shielded** — When you try to open a blocked app, a shield appears 3. **Explain your reason** — Tap "Request Access" and tell Claude why you need the app right now 4. **AI decides** — Claude evaluates your reason contextually (time of day, usage history, previous conversations) and grants temporary access if justified 5. **Auto-relock** — When the timer expires, the shield comes back ## Features - **Per-app blocking** using Apple's Screen Time / Family Controls framework - **AI-powered unlock** — Claude evaluates your reason considering time of day, usage patterns, and conversation history - **Accountability partner** — optionally add a partner who gets notified if you bypass or disable protection - **Tamper detection** — revoking Screen Time access resets the app and notifies your partner - **Addictive app protection** — known addictive apps (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) hide the "Always Allow" button - **Permanent exemption** — Claude can permanently unblock essential apps when asked - **Temporary unlock timers** — approved apps unlock for