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Stroll before you Scroll

Your apps stay locked until you've taken your steps for the day. Walk more, scroll less — a simple, honest deal with yourself.

€2.99 · one-time iPhone · Apple Watch iOS 17.0+ 10 languages
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What you get

Small app, big shift.

Every feature is designed to make the deal frictionless: lock → walk → unlock, automatically.

Real app blocking

Built on Apple's Screen Time API — the same system powering Focus Modes. Not a workaround.

Steps from everywhere

iPhone, Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit — anything that syncs with Apple Health counts.

Midnight reset

A fresh start every day. Apps re-lock automatically — you don't need to open the app.

Scenic themes

Meadow, Beach, Forest, Mountain — pick a backdrop that makes the ring feel worth filling.

Widgets & Live Activity

Home Screen, Lock Screen, Dynamic Island — your progress is always one glance away.

Per-weekday goals

Lower goal on rest days, higher on active days. Life isn't one-size-fits-all.

How it works

Four taps. Then walking.

Authorize Screen Time

A one-time system permission so the app can lock your selected apps.

Pick what to block

Social, games, news, or specific apps — your choice through Apple's private picker.

Set a step goal

Between 1,000 and 30,000 steps. 5,000 is a great start.

Walk. Unlock.

The moment you hit the goal, every app unlocks. Confetti included.

Why not just a timer?

Because timers don't change habits.

Feature Stroll before you Scroll Timer blockers
Unlock mechanic Real-world walking Wait it out / tap
Subscription ✓ No — one-time €2.99 ✗ Usually monthly
Ads or tracking ✓ None Often yes
Apple Watch support ✓ Yes, native Rare
Server required ✓ No — 100% on device ✗ Often required
FAQ

Good questions, short answers.

Can I cheat the step goal?
Technically, shaking your phone might count some steps — but you'd be cheating yourself, not the app. The whole point is the walking, not the unlock.
Does it work without my iPhone?
Yes — steps from your Apple Watch count via Apple Health. Leave the phone at home and the steps still register.
Is there a subscription or in-app purchase?
No. One purchase, €2.99, yours forever. All future updates included.
What data does the app collect?
None. No accounts, no servers, no analytics, no ads. Your step count and app selections never leave your device.
Will it drain my battery?
No. Step counting happens in the system coprocessor, not in the app. The app wakes briefly to check status and re-lock at midnight.
Can I pause it for a day?
Yes — unless Strict Mode is on. Strict Mode prevents tampering with the settings until the goal is reached.