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Fluid Friction: Stop Scrolling

Fluid Friction: Stop Scrolling

Screen Time, App Block & Focus

3 ratings
3 reviews
💪 Health & Fitness
📊 Productivity
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 27, 2026
  • September 30, 2026

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Gustav Mtenji Bergdal Mjengwa
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This app introduces deliberate friction to prevent mindless scrolling on social media and other distracting apps. It offers customizable shields, timed sessions, and NFC tag integration to help users regain control over their screen time and improve focus.

✓Deliberate friction for scrolling
✓App and website blocking
✓Timed sessions with cooldowns
✓NFC tag integration for unlocking
✓Focus timer and Pomodoro sessions
✓Calm Score and progress tracking
✓Customizable themes
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What's New in Fluid Friction

1.5

September 30, 2026

Our biggest update yet. Replace your apps. Pick the apps that pull you in, like Instagram, TikTok or YouTube, and tapping them on your Home Screen opens their calm versions in Fluid Friction instead, with your feeds, your friction and your limits. On iOS 26.5 the block screen takes you straight there, no notification to tap. The real app stays installed with your account. Keep it one pause away (breathe, wait, type a phrase, or solve a problem), or let only the calm version open. Blocks that keep their word. A schedule, a bedtime hold, an NFC lock or a focus session that starts while an app is already open now covers it right away. When the real app's window ends, it locks again on time, every time. Time Limits. Give Reels, Shorts, For You and other feeds a daily allowance. When it is used up, that part of the app closes until tomorrow, while messages and search stay open. A feed that ends. Instagram can show just the people you follow, and stop once you're caught up. A simpler setup. Onboarding asks which of your apps should open calm, on one screen. Tap the ? on Home any time to see what's new. Plus: swipe up from any app to reach Fluid Friction Home, a Home banner you can close once you're set up, and fixes throughout.

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User reviews

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Better screen time alternative

Better than any of the similar apps I’ve tried. Good integration, all features are free except cosmetics (not needed), intuitive UI. 5/5 🔥
Si12321Si12321

Free and great

This app is really good. It helps me a lot with my busy schedule. I love how it’s all free except for the themes. 😍
sapperdlsapperdl

Can’t auth in. Uses built in browser

Built-in browser doesn't allow me to have dark mode. This is just absolutely terrible if you ask me. Seems like it's AI slop. Good luck with it.

Have fun. I don't recommend
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FAQ

What is Fluid Friction?

Fluid Friction is a productivity app designed to combat mindless scrolling by introducing deliberate friction into app usage. It helps users become more intentional about their screen time and improve focus.

How does Fluid Friction work?

It adds a physical resistance to scrolling within apps like Instagram or TikTok, requiring a deliberate action to proceed. It also offers app blocking, timed sessions, and focus timers to manage usage.

Can I use Fluid Friction to block specific apps?

Yes, you can block any native app or website using Fluid Friction's Screen Time feature. It provides a calm shield with cooldowns and optional challenges before re-accessing apps.

Does Fluid Friction have ads?

No, Fluid Friction does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers optional in-app purchases and subscription plans for advanced features.

What are the subscription options for Fluid Friction?

Fluid Friction offers a monthly subscription for $4.99 with a 7-day free trial, and an annual subscription for $39.99 with a 7-day free trial. These plans unlock premium features.

What devices does Fluid Friction support?

Fluid Friction is currently supported on iPhone devices. It was released on July 27, 2026, and the latest version is 1.2, last updated on August 4, 2026.

What is the age rating for Fluid Friction?

Fluid Friction has an age rating of 17+. This is based on its content and features, which may include mature themes or complex functionalities.

How does Fluid Friction help with waking up?

Fluid Friction includes an alarm that requires a scan or challenge to dismiss, preventing immediate scrolling upon waking. It also tracks wake streaks and offers morning blocks to hold feeds until you are ready.