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Show HN: I tried every app to stop doomscrolling, nothing worked. So I built one (powermate.app)
2 points by salar_faiq 459 days ago
All existing apps rely on willpower to not bypass them, which might work for a couple of weeks. But then I fall back into the same cycle—to the point where I forget these apps were even installed.

So I built an app where friends keep me accountable. You set a limit, and once you hit it, you actually have to ask a friend for an extension. The first version is live now on the App Store and Play Store—just search Powermate. I’d love to hear your thoughts!

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If curious to see how it works, here is a short demo

https://x.com/Powermate_app/status/1900052942863880343