About KeepFocus
KeepFocus is an iOS app for blocking distracting apps and websites. You choose what to block, such as social media or video apps, and set recurring focus hours, for example weekdays during work time. It is aimed at students, professionals and anyone trying to cut doomscrolling and reduce screen time.
Blocking works through routines and limits. A QuickBlock option can block distractions for a chosen stretch, and recent release notes mention app open limits, reminders before a routine starts, blocks that end automatically when time runs out and a setting that stops apps from being deleted during a block. Usage statistics show daily, weekly and monthly screen time so you can follow your progress.
The app is listed on the App Store for iPhone and iPad and is free to download with in-app purchases. KeepFocus Premium unlocks unlimited app and website blocks, Strict Mode and unlimited focus timers. It also supports Shortcuts links for controlling its timer, according to user reviews on the listing.
Key features
- Block selected apps and websites
- Recurring focus schedules and routines
- QuickBlock for longer distraction-free periods
- App open limits and pre-routine reminders
- Daily, weekly and monthly usage statistics
- Strict Mode on Premium
- Shortcuts links for timer control
Good fit for
- Students avoiding social media while studying
- Professionals running a digital detox
KeepFocus: questions and answers
- What is KeepFocus used for?
- KeepFocus is an iPhone and iPad app that blocks distracting apps and websites on a schedule and tracks daily screen time. It is a good fit for students avoiding social media while studying and professionals running a digital detox.
- Is KeepFocus free?
- Yes. KeepFocus has a free plan.
- Is KeepFocus open source?
- No. KeepFocus is proprietary (closed-source) software. In the Productivity category, open-source options include Foqos, Loop Habit Tracker and Moodist.
- What are some alternatives to KeepFocus?
- KeepFocus competes with Freedom, Forest and RescueTime.
Open-source alternatives to KeepFocus
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Foqos
Productivity
Foqos allows you to lock apps behind the tap of a NFC tag or scan of a QR code. Free and o
MITvs Freedom★ 860Loop Habit Tracker
Productivity
Loop Habit Tracker, a mobile app for creating and maintaining long-term positive habits
GPL-3.0vs Streaks★ 10k
Moodist
Productivity
Ambient sounds for focus and calm.
MIT★ 3.9k
PowerToys
Productivity
Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of utilities that supercharge productivity and customi
MITvs Alfred★ 139k
Files
Productivity
A modern file manager that helps users organize their files and folders.
MIT★ 46k
Zen Browser
Productivity
Welcome to a calmer internet
MPL-2.0vs Google Chrome★ 45k
SaaS alternatives to KeepFocus
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Freedom
Productivity
Distraction blocker for websites and apps across devices
SaaS
Forest
Productivity
Focus timer app that grows a virtual tree while you avoid your phone
SaaS
RescueTime
Productivity
Automatic time tracker that reports on app and website usage
SaaS
Zndo
Productivity
Focus app that blocks distracting apps, runs deep work or habit sessions and awards Flow Points
SaaS
FocusNod
Productivity
Mac focus app that notices when you drift from your task by reading window titles, not your screen
SaaS
SiteKeeper
Productivity
Chrome extension that tracks time on websites, sets daily or weekly limits and blocks distracting sites
SaaS

