A little less screen. A lot more life.

More time for
what matters.

Pause distracting apps together with someone you trust.

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Discover PairPause
Three simple steps

Make space for real life.

Set your intention together, then let PairPause help you stick with it.

01 / CHOOSE

Pick your distractions.

Select the apps and websites you want to pause and choose your focus duration.

02 / PAIR

Choose your person.

Pair with someone you trust. Their iPhone or iPad becomes your key device. You can support each other in both directions.

03 / RECONNECT

Unlock with intention.

Need access? Ask your person to scan a QR code or enter a temporary unlock code. Make it a conscious choice.

Why PairPause?

Screen Time sets limits.
PairPause adds a human moment.

Apple Screen Time is useful for understanding and limiting usage. PairPause builds on Apple's screen-time controls with shared accountability and intentional unlocking.

Apple Screen Time

  • Usage insights and activity reports
  • App limits and downtime
  • Individual controls, with family-management features

PairPause

  • Choose distracting apps and sites to pause
  • A trusted person's device acts as your key
  • Ask for a temporary unlock using a QR code or code
  • Support can go both ways

PairPause uses Apple's Screen Time frameworks. Feature availability and permissions depend on your device and iOS/iPadOS configuration.

See it in action

See PairPause. Set up PairPause.

Watch a quick introduction, then learn how to pair your iPhone or iPad with a trusted key device.

Discover PairPause

Understand how shared focus makes it easier to pause distracting apps and make room for real life.

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How to set up PairPause

Follow the pairing process, confirm the matching code on both devices and get ready to focus together.

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Designed for real life

Small pause. Big difference.

Mutual support

Both people can set their own focus and help the other unlock.

Temporary access

When you need a distraction briefly, unlock intentionally rather than abandoning your goal.

Built for Apple devices

Native iPhone and iPad experience, with an optional Apple Watch companion.

Questions about PairPause

Frequently asked questions

How is PairPause different from Apple Screen Time?

Apple Screen Time offers reports, schedules and app limits. PairPause uses Apple's screen-time technology to add a shared experience: someone you trust holds the key to temporary access when you want to pause distracting apps.

Can both people use PairPause?

Yes. Each person can set up their own focus and be the other's key device.

How do I unlock apps during focus?

Ask your trusted person to scan the QR code or enter the temporary unlock code. You can then choose a limited unlock duration.

Does PairPause work on iPhone and iPad?

PairPause is built for iPhone and iPad, with an optional Apple Watch companion. See the App Store listing for compatibility details.

How do I pair my key device?

Open PairPause on both devices, follow the pairing flow and confirm the matching pairing code. Watch the setup tutorial.

Less screen.
More time.

Less mindless scrolling. More of the moments that matter.

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