The Focus App That Actually Keeps Students Off Their Phones
Stop fighting phone addiction during study sessions. Time Out requires physical activity to unlock distracting apps—turn procrastination into productive movement.
Study Focus Through Fitness Motivation
Why Traditional Focus Apps Fail Students
Most focus apps rely on willpower alone—but students need something stronger than self-control
❌ The Student Struggle:
- • Instagram and TikTok notifications derail study sessions every 5 minutes
- • Traditional app blockers are too easy to bypass when stress hits
- • Sedentary study sessions lead to fatigue and poor concentration
- • Cramming without breaks damages both health and academic performance
✅ Time Out's Solution:
- • Physical activity required to unlock social media and games
- • Bypassing restrictions becomes productive exercise
- • Movement breaks improve cognitive function and focus
- • Builds healthy study habits that last beyond college
How Time Out Transforms Student Focus
A simple system that turns distraction urges into study-enhancing movement breaks
1. Start Study Session
Open Time Out and activate study mode. Set your fitness requirements for accessing distracting apps.
2. Apps Get Locked
Instagram, TikTok, games, and other distractions are automatically blocked while keeping study tools accessible.
3. Move to Unlock
When you crave a distraction break, complete a quick exercise—walking, jumping jacks, or stretches.
4. Return Refreshed
Physical activity boosts brain function. Return to studying with improved focus and energy.
Features Designed for Student Life
Everything you need to maintain focus during intense study periods
Study Session Timer
Set focused study blocks with automatic breaks. Perfect for Pomodoro technique or marathon study sessions before exams.
Smart App Selection
Block social media and games while keeping study apps, calendars, note-taking tools, and educational resources accessible.
Dorm-Friendly Exercise
Quick bodyweight exercises, walking challenges, or stretches that work in small spaces and don't disturb roommates.
Study Analytics
Track focused study time, movement breaks, and productivity patterns. Identify your peak performance hours.
Emergency Override
Need to contact family or handle urgent matters? Emergency access ensures you're never completely cut off.
Exam Mode
Intense blocking during finals week with higher exercise requirements. Adapt to your academic calendar.
Why Students Love Time Out
Academic performance and physical health improvements working together
📈 Academic Benefits
- • Longer Focus Sessions: Reduced phone interruptions mean deeper concentration
- • Better Information Retention: Movement breaks enhance memory consolidation
- • Reduced Study Stress: Physical activity naturally decreases cortisol levels
- • More Efficient Study Time: Quality focus over quantity hours
💪 Health Benefits
- • Combat Sedentary Lifestyle: Regular movement breaks throughout study days
- • Improved Sleep Quality: Less late-night scrolling, more physical tiredness
- • Better Posture: Movement breaks counteract hunched study positions
- • Stress Management: Exercise as built-in stress relief during tough semesters
Perfect for Every Study Situation
Time Out adapts to your academic schedule and study environment
📚 Library Study Sessions
Block social media while keeping research tools accessible. When you need a break, step outside for fresh air and movement.
🏠 Dorm Room Cramming
Intense focus for finals with bodyweight exercises as breaks. Jumping jacks and stretches work in small spaces.
☕ Coffee Shop Study
Maintain focus in distracting environments. Quick walks around the block earn you social media time.
Time Out vs Other Student Focus Apps
See why fitness-based blocking works better than traditional focus apps
| Feature | Time Out | Forest | Cold Turkey | Screen Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encourages physical movement | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Productive break bypassing | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Builds healthy habits | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Reduces study session guilt | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Improves cognitive function | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Student-Friendly Pricing
Affordable focus solution that pays for itself in improved academic performance
Time Out for Students
1 month free, then affordable subscription
- ✓ Unlimited study session blocking
- ✓ Custom fitness requirements
- ✓ Study analytics and insights
- ✓ Exam mode for finals
- ✓ Emergency override options
Less than the cost of a coffee per week to transform your study habits
Student Questions Answered
Will this work in the library or quiet study spaces?
Absolutely! Time Out includes quiet exercise options like stretching, brief walks outside, or even desk exercises. You can customize activities that fit your study environment.
What if I need to access blocked apps for research or class work?
You can whitelist educational content and specific websites. Time Out blocks entertainment features while keeping academic tools accessible. You control exactly what gets blocked.
Can I use this during exams without it interfering with test-taking?
Yes! Exam mode temporarily disables all restrictions while maintaining your study schedule. You can also set up "test day" profiles that only block the most distracting apps.
Will this drain my phone battery during long study sessions?
Time Out is designed for efficiency and uses minimal battery. The app runs in the background without constantly checking your location or running intensive processes.
What if my roommates think the exercise breaks are weird?
Many exercises can be done discreetly - desk stretches, breathing exercises, or simply walking to get water. You'll probably inspire them to be more active too!
Transform Your Study Sessions Starting Today
Join students who've discovered the secret to focused studying and better health. Download Time Out and start your free trial.
✓ Free trial for students ✓ Works offline ✓ Privacy focused ✓ iPhone compatible