# Sanctum: Focus & App Blocker — Deep Work Timer & Pomodoro

> Deep Work Timer & Pomodoro (iPhone/iPad app by Shinde Aditya.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sanctum-focus-and-app-blocker/id6811113226 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shinde Aditya](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811113228)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-21
- Data updated: 2026-10-10

## What is Sanctum?

Sanctum turns your iPhone into a place for deep work.

Start a focus session, block distracting apps, surround yourself with calming soundscapes, and build a streak that makes showing up every day easier.

Whether you're studying, coding, writing, reading, or simply trying to spend less time scrolling, Sanctum gives you the tools to protect your attention.

FOCUS WITHOUT FRICTION

Focus Timer & Pomodoro
Start a structured Pomodoro session or use the stopwatch for open-ended deep work. Stay focused without unnecessary complexity.

App Blocking
Block distracting apps during focus sessions using Apple's Screen Time framework. Choose exactly what you want to keep out of reach.

Strict Focus Mode
When you need stronger boundaries, Strict Mode helps prevent you from casually pausing or escaping an active focus session.

Daily Focus Goals
Set a daily focus target and turn consistency into something you can see and build.

BUILD YOUR FOCUS ENVIRONMENT

Ambient Soundscapes
Work with rain, forests, waves, fireplaces, cafés, white noise, and other calming environments designed to help you settle into your session.

Binaural & Focus Audio
Mix your environment with focus-oriented audio and create a workspace that feels right for you.

Custom Audio Mixer
Build your own sound environment by combining different audio layers and adjusting their volume.

SEE YOUR PROGRESS

Focus Analytics
Understand how much you actually focus, identify patterns in your sessions, and see your progress over time.

Streaks & Accountability
Build a consistent practice and share your progress with people who help you stay accountable.

Live Activities & Dynamic Island
Keep your active focus session visible from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island.

WORKS WITH YOUR APPLE ECOSYSTEM

Apple Calendar
Sync your focus sessions with your calendar and protect time for meaningful work.

Apple Health
Record supported mindfulness activities and keep your wellbeing data connected.

DESIGNED FOR YOUR ATTENTION

Sanctum is designed around one simple idea:

Your attention is worth protecting.

No complicated productivity system. No endless dashboards. Just a calmer environment for doing work that matters.

SANCTUM PRO

Unlock the complete focus toolkit with Sanctum Pro:

• Unlimited custom environments and soundscapes
• Strict Focus Mode & Daily Focus Gates
• Apple Calendar integration
• Unlimited accountability buddies & streaks
• PDF & CSV history exports

Privacy Policy:
https://sanctum.shindeaditya.com/privacy

Terms of Use:
https://sanctum.shindeaditya.com/terms

Support:
https://sanctum.shindeaditya.com/support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sanctum Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Sanctum Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |


## Is Sanctum safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Sanctum.

## Is Sanctum legit?

Sanctum: Focus & App Blocker has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Sanctum is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-09-28

Meet Sanctum 2.0.

• Set a task and intention for every focus session
• Improved performance and responsiveness
• Refined the focus experience across the app
• Fixed bugs and improved overall stability

Turn your time into intentional work.

### 1.0 — 2026-09-21

No release notes.

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