Study focus app blocker
A study blocker for the moment you open distractions.
Mote blocks the apps that break a study session, especially when Screen Time is too easy to talk yourself out of.
Short answer
Mote is a blocker first, not another productivity dashboard.
For study, the job is simple: keep high-reflex apps out of the way during the block you chose. Mote lets you guard distracting apps, use schedules, and turn on Strict Mode when you need a stronger commitment.
Study use cases
Use it for the sessions that need a real guard.
Homework blocks
Guard social and video apps during a defined work block, then let the rule expire on time.
Exam prep
Use Strict Mode when you want fewer escape routes during a planned study window.
Reading or deep work
Block the apps that repeatedly pull you away from one task.
How to set it up
A simple study-blocking flow.
Choose the distractions
Pick social, video, games, or the exact apps that break your study rhythm.
Set a study window
Use a schedule, protection time, or a daily rule for the hours you want guarded.
Use Strict Mode when needed
For a harder commitment, turn on Strict Mode so the block is not just a soft reminder.
| Study need | Soft reminder | Mote |
|---|---|---|
| Stop opening social apps | Easy to ignore in the moment. | Guards selected apps or categories during the time you choose. |
| Commit to a study window | Relies on willpower at the worst time. | Strict Mode makes the rule harder to loosen casually. |
| Return to work after an impulse | Often no reset beyond the block prompt. | A 60-second redirect creates a pause before you decide what is next. |
Frequently asked questions
Can Mote block distractions while studying?
Yes. Mote can guard the apps and categories that interrupt study time, then use schedules, protection time, or Strict Mode to keep the rule active.
Is Mote a productivity tracker?
No. Mote is primarily an app blocker and self-control tool, not a productivity tracker or task manager.
Can I use Mote for exams or homework?
Yes, if the use case is blocking distractions on your own iPhone during a study block. Mote does not monitor grades or study performance.
Does Mote promise better grades or focus?
No. Mote helps block distractions, but it does not make performance, health, or academic outcome claims.
Block the app before it breaks the session.
Mote gives study time a harder guard.