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Enhance your productivity with timed focus sessions and app blocking. Connect with friends for shared accountability and challenges to stay on track. Track your progress and build consistent focus habits.
What's New in Beacon
1.1
July 31, 2026
Beacon 1.1 brings Free, Pro, and Pro+ — so you can focus with friends at every level. • Free: join a Circle, solo Monk Mode, scheduled sessions, and circle stats • Pro: up to 3 Circles, Focus Beacons and Monk challenges with other Pro members • Pro+: everything in Pro, plus your own Premium Circle — friends can join free and Focus with you inside it Also improved: • Clearer Focus rules in Regular vs Premium Circles • Smoother subscription upgrades and Restore Purchases • Leave, rename, and manage Circles more reliably • Onboarding polish and bug fixes Manage or cancel anytime in iPhone Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions.
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Beacon Pro
Unlock Circles to focus with others and Monk Mode.
FAQ
What is Beacon?
Beacon is a productivity app designed to help users focus by blocking distracting apps during timed sessions. It offers optional social accountability features for users to engage with friends.
How does Beacon help me focus?
Beacon provides timed focus sessions of 25, 45, or 60 minutes, and can block distracting apps using Apple's Screen Time API. It also offers recurring scheduled sessions and a focus streak tracker.
What are the social features in Beacon Pro?
Beacon Pro allows you to create or join private groups called Circles, send focus requests to friends, participate in Monk Mode challenges, and share schedules with circle members. A circle leaderboard tracks progress.
How much does Beacon Pro cost?
Beacon Pro is available for $5.99 per month, with prices potentially varying by region. New subscribers may be eligible for a 7-day free trial. Payments are charged to your Apple ID.
Can I cancel my Beacon Pro subscription?
Yes, you can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your device's Settings under Apple ID → Subscriptions. It must be canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period to avoid auto-renewal.
Does Beacon have ads?
No, Beacon does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with core focus tools, and offers an optional subscription for advanced social features.
What devices does Beacon support?
Beacon is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It utilizes Apple's Screen Time APIs, making it compatible with Apple's ecosystem.
What is the age rating for Beacon?
Beacon has an age rating of 12+. This rating is based on the app's content and features, suggesting it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.