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GentleLimit
Mindful screen time for macOS without blocking apps
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Mindful screen time for macOS without blocking apps
24 followers
Hard blockers kill your flow. GentleLimit protects it. GentleLimit is a macOS app that helps you build mindful screen habits without blocking apps. Instead of interruptions, it keeps your usage visible through subtle signals and floating widgets in your peripheral view. Stay aware of how you spend time in distracting apps while keeping your focus intact. Private by design — all data stays on your Mac.
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This is really cool. I think that I saw something similar to @focusedOS
What kind of permissions do I need to give this tool, and what data leaves my computer?
Is there any pricing available?
ActiveStat
@busmark_w_nika Thanks, really appreciate it!
Great question! GentleLimit doesn’t require any invasive permissions. It only uses standard macOS APIs to track app usage locally, and everything stays on-device. No data leaves your computer.
Compared to tools like focusedOS, the idea here is to be more subtle. Instead of blocking aggressively, it gives you gentle, always visible feedback (widgets + overlays) so you can stay within limits without forcing it.
There is a 7-day free trial, and one-time purchase of $6.99 after that. Happy to hear your thoughts if you try it.
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@dr_simon_wallace Thanks, really appreciate it!
The goal was to make it always visible but never intrusive so it fits into your day without needing effort. Happy to hear your thoughts if you end up trying it.