PIM – app blocker that inconveniences you instead of locking you out

PIM is a productivity app that blocks distracting websites and apps by introducing deliberate, customizable inconveniences—like typing a long sentence or solving a math problem—rather than outright locking you out. It’s designed for people who find strict blockers too easy to bypass or disable, offering a friction-based approach that makes distractions feel more effortful than they’re worth. The project is interesting because it reframes self-control as a game of subtle resistance, leveraging behavioral psychology to build better habits without harsh restrictions.