Lokd Focus offers a context‑aware app‑blocking platform that lets users lock distracting apps based on physical locations, using customizable “Focus tags” placed in study spaces, homes, or offices.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
People often struggle to maintain concentration because smartphones provide easy access to distracting apps, and traditional app blockers lack context, requiring manual activation and offering no adaptation to different physical environments.
Solution
Lokd Focus delivers a context‑aware app‑blocking platform that automatically locks specified apps when a user enters a designated physical space equipped with a “Focus tag.” Users can create multiple tags for study rooms, home offices, or family areas, each with its own set of blocked applications and built‑in productivity tools such as Pomodoro timers. Real‑time crowding data helps users select less busy work spots, while parental controls allow families to monitor and limit screen time across various home zones. The system also supports social accountability through shared study groups, enabling friends or teammates to see each other's focus status and collaborate productively.
Target Audience
Primary users include students seeking distraction‑free study rooms, remote workers needing dedicated home‑office modes, and families looking to manage screen time across multiple household zones.
Features
- Bluetooth‑enabled “Focus tags” that trigger custom app‑blocking rules based on location
- Per‑tag configuration of blocked apps, Pomodoro timers, and smart goals
- Real‑time occupancy visualization for shared workspaces to identify low‑crowd areas
- Parental monitoring dashboard for multi‑tag home environments
- Study Group feature that displays focus status of friends and supports collaborative work sessions
- Seamless one‑tap activation and deactivation without manual app management