deep work — made simple.
you open your phone to check one thing. 40 minutes later you’re still scrolling. mnkmode blocks the apps stealing your focus — with a timer or a physical nfc tag on your desk. one tap. no decisions. just work.
two ways to focus
- 01
timer mode
set a session length, tap the logo, stay locked in. no extras needed.
- 02
nfc tag mode
stick the tag somewhere that requires a physical action to reach. the barrier is the point.
requires an nfc tag —get one on amazon ↗
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mnkmode is inactiveone tap to block everything
tap the enso and your focus session begins. blocked apps stay blocked until the timer runs out — no willpower required.
Ready to Scan
hold iPhone near the tag
nfc tag mode
stick the tag somewhere that requires a physical action to reach. tap your phone against it — focus begins instantly.
focus for
set your session length
pick 25, 60 or 90 minutes — or dial in a custom time. tap start and the clock begins. no way to skip ahead.
select apps
select the apps to block during mnkmode
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choose what to block
select individual apps or entire categories. social media, games, entertainment — block exactly what distracts you.
distraction is more expensive than you think.
the numbers are brutal. every ping, every scroll, every unlock adds up — and your best work is the thing that pays the price.
23 min
to regain focus
after a single digital interruption, it takes the average person 23 minutes to fully return to their task. one notification. 23 minutes gone.
96×
phone checks per day
the average person unlocks their phone 96 times a day. once every 10 minutes. most of the time, for no reason at all.
2.5 hrs
lost to social media daily
that's 17 hours a week. 900 hours a year. a full month of your life, every single year, spent scrolling.
40%
drop in productive output
constant task-switching reduces your productive output by up to 40%. your brain isn't multitasking — it's just slower.
1 in 26
can focus without help
only 1 in 26 knowledge workers can achieve regular deep focus without external structure. the rest need a system.
58%
check their phone on waking
more than half of people reach for their phone before getting out of bed. the distraction starts before the day does.
people are taking back their focus.
join the ones who stopped letting their phone run the show.
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one price. no subscription.
pay once, own it forever. no monthly fees, no upsells, no nonsense.
mnkmode
€2.99one-time
timer mode and nfc tag mode included. works on any iphone.
- timer mode — no extras needed
- nfc tag mode — tap to unlock
- choose which apps to block
- 25 / 60 / 90 min presets + custom
- one-time purchase, yours forever
optional add-on
nfc tag
required for nfc tag mode. stick it somewhere that forces a physical trip — that friction is what makes it work.
~€1
per tag
total for the full experience: under €4.
Frequently asked questions
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Does it actually block apps, or is it just a timer?
Both. In timer mode, you set a session length and tap the logo — mnkmode uses Screen Time to block the apps you selected for the duration. In nfc tag mode, the block stays active until you physically walk back to the tag and scan it again. The barrier is intentional.
Which apps can I block?
Any app on your iPhone. You can block individual apps or entire categories like Social Networking, Entertainment, or Games. The selection screen lets you pick exactly what gets locked out during a session.
What if I just go to Settings and turn off Screen Time?
The blocking is handled by iOS Screen Time. You can always disable it manually — we're not trying to trap you. But opening Settings, navigating to Screen Time, and disabling it is enough friction that most people don't bother. That friction is the point.
Do I need an NFC tag to use the app?
No. Timer mode works completely standalone — no accessories needed. The NFC tag is only required for nfc tag mode, where physically scanning the tag is what starts and ends your session. You can grab a tag for about €1 on Amazon.
What NFC tag should I buy?
Any standard NTAG213 or NTAG215 sticker works. We linked one on Amazon that we tested with the app. Stick it somewhere that requires a deliberate physical trip to reach — the further from your desk, the better.
Is this a subscription?
No. mnkmode is a one-time purchase. You pay once and own it forever. No monthly fee, no premium tier, no upsell. Both modes included, one flat price.
Does mnkmode work on iPad or Mac?
Right now mnkmode is iPhone only. iPad and Mac support may come later, but the core experience is built around the phone — since that's where most distraction happens.
Can I end a session early?
Yes, at any time through the app. The block lifts immediately. There's no punishment mechanic — the goal is to make the focused path the default one, not to lock you in.
Does it track my usage or send data anywhere?
No. mnkmode does not collect usage data, does not require an account, and sends nothing to a server. Everything stays on your device. The app works fully offline.