Break the Scroll Cycle. Gently.
AppGlitch creates mindful pauses between you and addictive apps. No shame. No all-or-nothing rules. Just a game that makes you think.
Free forever · Premium trial included · iOS 16+
Why AppGlitch for Digital Wellbeing?
Mindful Pauses, Not Hard Blocks
AppGlitch doesn't delete your apps or shame you for wanting to use them. It creates a meaningful pause — a brain game that interrupts the automatic scroll reflex.
Break the Dopamine Loop
Social media exploits your brain's reward system. A 30-second cognitive challenge interrupts the loop and gives your prefrontal cortex a chance to make a conscious choice.
See Your Progress
Track how often you reach for blocked apps and how many times you actually follow through after the game. Awareness is the first step to change.
Start Small, Build Gradually
The free tier lets you block just 1 app. Start with your biggest trigger — TikTok, Instagram, or Reddit — and expand when you're ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from just deleting social media? +
Deleting apps is an all-or-nothing approach that rarely sticks. AppGlitch lets you keep your apps while adding intentional friction. You still have access — you just have to earn it. This builds sustainable habits instead of creating a cycle of deletion and reinstallation.
Can AppGlitch help with phone anxiety? +
Many users report that the brain game pause helps them realize they were reaching for their phone out of anxiety, not necessity. That moment of awareness — created by the game — can be a powerful tool for understanding your phone habits.
Is this based on behavioral science? +
Yes. AppGlitch uses a form of cognitive interrupt — a technique from behavioral psychology. By requiring active cognitive engagement before accessing addictive apps, it breaks the automatic stimulus-response loop that drives doom scrolling.
What if I feel bad about failing the games? +
The games aren't punishments — they're checkpoints. Even if you lose and replay, the time spent is a pause that breaks the scroll reflex. Many users find that after a few rounds, they decide they didn't actually want the app in the first place.
Ready to Take Control?
Download AppGlitch and start blocking distractions today.
Launching SoonFree forever · Premium trial included · iOS 16+