Doorman offers a software platform that uses inexpensive DoorTag hardware to instantly block high‑dopamine apps on student smartphones while keeping essential educational and emergency functions active. The system automatically monitors compliance and logs attendance, providing teachers and administrators with clear reports and enabling scalable, one‑tap enforcement of distraction‑free policies across K‑12 campuses.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Students using smartphones in class are frequently distracted by high‑dopamine apps, which reduces instructional time and hampers learning outcomes. Traditional methods such as lock‑away pouches either punish students or remove access to phones entirely, preventing emergency communication and responsible device use.
Solution
Doorman provides a software platform that blocks distracting apps on student smartphones while allowing essential functionality for learning and safety. The system uses inexpensive DoorTags that pair with each classroom in seconds, enabling one‑tap activation of a distraction‑free mode across the entire school. Compliance is monitored automatically, generating clear logs for teachers and administrators without requiring parental setup. By restricting only non‑educational apps, Doorman supports the development of digital citizenship habits while maintaining access to necessary tools and emergency contacts.
Target Audience
Doorman is aimed at K‑12 schools, district administrators, and classroom teachers who need a practical solution to manage smartphone use and improve student focus.
Features
- DoorTag hardware that pairs with classroom Wi‑Fi to enforce app blocking with a single tap
- Real‑time monitoring and automatic attendance logging integrated into school dashboards
- Selective blocking of high‑dopamine apps while keeping educational and emergency functions active
- Detailed compliance logs and reporting tools for teachers and administrators
- Scalable deployment that can be rolled out school‑wide without complex configuration
- Patent‑pending technology ensuring reliable enforcement and minimal false positives