Gatekeep
Put friction between you and your distractions. Every time you open a gatekept app, you state your intent and solve a challenge first — turning autopilot into a conscious choice. No internet, no account, no data collected.
Gatekeep
An iOS app that puts a moment of friction between you and distracting apps. Set any app as a gate — every time you open it, you state your intent and solve a quick challenge first. Build streaks, set daily time budgets, and use Focus Mode to lock in when it matters.
Intent + Challenges
Before every unlock, choose why you're opening the app — then solve a Math, Vocabulary, Logic, or Memory puzzle at your chosen difficulty (Feather, Stone, or Anchor).
Streak Tracking
Build a daily streak by staying within your time budgets. Each day you keep your gates respected counts toward your streak.
Focus Mode
Lock all gated apps for a set session (25 min to 2 hrs). Exit early only by solving three challenges or waiting a 10-minute cooldown.
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Support
Gatekeep is made by PRPL Solutions Inc. Need help or have a question? We're here.
FAQ
- Which apps can I gatekeep?
- Any app on your device — social media, games, browsers, or anything else you want to use more mindfully.
- What happens when I try to open a gatekept app?
- You'll first choose your intent (Intentional, Just Bored, or Pure Habit), then solve a short challenge before access is granted for 30 minutes.
- What challenge types are available?
- Math, Vocabulary, Logic, and Memory — each at three difficulty levels: Feather (5–15 s), Stone (30–60 s), and Anchor (2 min+).
- Does Gatekeep require internet?
- No — everything runs entirely on-device. No account, no cloud, no data collected.
- What is Focus Mode?
- Focus Mode locks all gatekept apps for a set duration (25 min to 2 hrs). Exiting early requires solving three challenges or waiting a 10-minute cooldown.
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