Doomscroll Killer

Doomscroll Killer helps you reclaim control of your phone by placing a small, persistent timer on top of whatever app you're using so you can see exactly how long you've been online today. The app gives an honest, always-visible reminder without forcing you to open a dashboard or dig through settings; it runs locally, respects privacy, and only needs the "Display over other apps" permission to show the overlay. The minimalist timer updates in real time while your screen is on, interrupting automatic scrolling so you stay aware of time spent and can make better choices about when to put the phone down.

Key Features

⭐ Real-time on-screen timer that tracks total phone use per day.

⭐ Draggable floating overlay — move the timer anywhere on your screen.

⭐ Simple, distraction-free design that stays visible without additional menus.

⭐ Free 3-day trial, then a one-time $0.99 unlock to continue using Doomscroll Killer.

⭐ Automatically records time only while your screen is on to avoid background counting.

⭐ Requires the "Display over other apps" permission to display the persistent overlay.

Advantages

✅ Keeps your phone use visible so you can break the habit of losing track of time.

✅ Privacy-first approach: no data collection, no ads, and no external tracking.

✅ Lightweight and local — Doomscroll Killer runs on your device without sending usage off your phone.

✅ Low-cost, one-time unlock after a short trial makes it an affordable habit tool.

✅ Simple interface that’s easy to position and ignore when you want full-screen focus.

Disadvantages

❎ Requires the "Display over other apps" permission, which some users may be reluctant to grant.

❎ Only measures time while the screen is on, so it won’t capture background activity.

❎ The persistent overlay can obscure small elements of some apps unless repositioned.