# Scroll Break — Escape the scrolling trap

> Gentle, privacy-focused nudges to interrupt mindless scrolling sessions. (iPhone/iPad app by Sunslider.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-break/id6746719178 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sunslider](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818102599)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Productivity
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-06-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-20
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-break/id6746719178/reviews.md

## What is Scroll Break?

Feeling stuck in endless scrolls?
Scroll Break helps you break free with simple nudges that can actually work: no blocking, no lectures, no surveillance.

How it works
Set your personal danger zones - the times you're most likely to get pulled into mindless scrolling.
Scroll Break sends silent, text-only notifications with short messages designed to catch your attention and snap you out of it.

Choose your nudge style
Pick from two types of messages:

- Fun Facts – “A group of owls is called a ‘parliament.’ How pretentious.”
- Quirky Prompts – “Quick, picture an orange elephant riding a bike! He just fell off.”

Each one is designed to be just interesting enough to break the trance and just strange enough to make you smile. New messages are added regularly so they stay fresh.

Works wherever you scroll
Scroll Break doesn’t track your activity, so it works anywhere: social media, news sites, TikTok, Reddit, Instagram, or wherever you tend to lose time.

Key features
- 30-second setup
- Privacy-first design - your data stays on your device
- Silent, text-only nudges - no interruptions if you're not on your device
- No app or browser tracking
- One-time purchase - no ads, no subscriptions
- Regular updates with fresh messages

Your privacy matters
Unlike other apps, Scroll Break never monitors your internet activity.
Your data stays on your device and is deleted automatically after 90 days.
The only thing we ever receive is anonymous bug reports to help improve the app.

The science behind it
Studies show that simple, well-timed interruptions can help people regain control from addictive feeds.
If psychology can be used to trap us in endless scrolls, it can also help set us free.

The bottom line
Scroll Break is a tool, not a magic cure.
It's designed to give you little moments of awareness that endless feeds don't want you to have - without any subscriptions, complex settings, or preachy messages. 
Use it alone or with other solutions, turn it on when scrolling feels like too much, turn it off when you want a break. 
If you buy it, you own it, you control it. And hopefully our messages can make you smile along the way.

Made in Europe
Developed by Sunslider, a European tech company focused on ethical digital tools.
Scroll Break is a fun, privacy-first alternative to Big Tech wellness apps.

Take back control of your scrolling.
Download Scroll Break today.

## Key features

- Personalized danger zone settings
- Silent, text-only notifications
- Fun fact and quirky prompt messages
- Privacy-first design, no tracking
- One-time purchase, no ads or subscriptions
- Regular updates with new messages

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-break/id6746719178/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Hyper simple

*2026-06-06*

Hyper simple, mais ça m’a déjà aidée à sortir de 2 spirales de scroll en 3 jours, ça vaut largement les 3 euros 😄

**Developer response:** Trop bien :)

### 5/5 — Simple, does exactly what it says

*2026-03-30*

I didn’t want to take an hour setting up a screentime app, or pay a monthly subscription, I just wanted to try something quick to help me remember to stop scrolling. The messages are funny (sometimes) and give me a little chance to put the phone down and do something else. It might not work for everyone, but for 2 bucks, it’s worth a shot!

**Developer response:** 💕💕

### 1/5 — NOT the Scroll Break App

*2026-03-22*

Scroll Break is only available for android, with a totally different logo.

I don't know what this app is, but it did nothing to disrupt doomscrolling & never sent any messages. Given the permissions that it required, this appears to be an app that has the potential to be scamming customers for data.

AVOID THIS APP

**Developer response:** ? It does appear that there is another app called Scroll Break on Android, but it was launched after the original version of this app (which was first released in ~July 2025). You'll note that searching for "Scroll Break" on Android finds both that app and the Android version of this one. If you had issues getting messages, happy to hear about it, as we haven't seen any errors that would suggest that there would be a problem. But on that note, regarding permissions, the only permissions are related to letting messages get through any do not disturb periods that you may have on your phone - since it's a message app, if you're blocking messages, it's not going to get through; and if you rejected those permissions, that might have been the issue of why you didn't receive any? Regarding data, as is clearly stated on the app store listing - and is confirmed by Apple when an app is approved - we don't collect any of your personal data, we don't have any ads, we don't do any tracking of your activity. At any rate, we're sorry that you weren't happy with the app, and hope you find something that works for you!

## Frequently asked questions about Scroll Break

### What is Scroll Break?

Scroll Break is a privacy-first app designed to help you break free from endless scrolling. It sends silent, text-only notifications with fun facts or quirky prompts to gently interrupt your scrolling sessions.

### How does Scroll Break work?

You set your 'danger zones' – times when you're most likely to scroll mindlessly. The app then sends short, engaging messages to help you regain awareness and control.

### Does Scroll Break track my activity?

No, Scroll Break has a privacy-first design and does not track your internet activity. Your data stays on your device and is deleted automatically after 90 days.

### What kind of messages does Scroll Break send?

It offers two types of messages: 'Fun Facts' (e.g., 'A group of owls is called a parliament.') and 'Quirky Prompts' (e.g., 'Picture an orange elephant riding a bike!'). New messages are added regularly.

### How much does Scroll Break cost?

Scroll Break is a one-time purchase priced at $1.99. There are no ads or subscriptions.

### Is Scroll Break available on Android?

Currently, Scroll Break is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not provided.

### How often is Scroll Break updated?

The app receives regular updates with fresh messages to keep the content engaging. The latest version is 1.4.0, last updated on April 30, 2026.

### What is the user sentiment for Scroll Break?

Based on the provided data, Scroll Break has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating, indicating a very limited user base and potentially mixed initial reception.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2026-06-03

New messages added, plus a handy rate button for those who want to show their support. Thanks for using Scroll Break!

### 1.4.0 — 2026-04-30

Settings now save automatically — no more tapping "Save Settings" after every change
New "Done" button to close settings once you're happy with your setup
Improved time display consistency across all languages
75+ new messages across all four languages (English, French, Spanish, Italian)
Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.3.1 — 2025-12-17

- Rebuilt from ground up for a more reliable notification/message system 
- Fixed bug that blocked notifications in some time slots 
- New, more precise time slot selector

### 1.0 — 2025-06-19

No release notes.

## More apps by Sunslider

- [Sunslider: European Social App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunslider-european-social-app/id6748096146)
- [ReadMoar](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readmoar/id6756614828)

All apps by Sunslider: https://appshunter.io/developer/1818102599

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