Adds screen access only after completing tasks, syncing with task managers.
Product memo
Individuals overwhelmed by screen distractions use Sixteen to reclaim their time. It acts as a discipline-building tool, not just a blocker, by integrating with task managers like Linear. The app reframes tech usage as earned, adding screens only after task completion. Features like a "Saved Screentime Bank" and emergency keys offer a psychological lever, encouraging mindful engagement with digital devices.
For who
Individuals seeking to reclaim time from screen distractions
Solves what
Blocks app access until tasks are completed, syncing with task managers.
- Task-based screen unlock
- Syncs with Linear
- Emergency keys for urgent access
In their own words
DO QUICK WORKOUT BEFORE
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Our vision is simple: a world where every screen unlock feels earned, not impulsive. Where tech becomes a mirror for discipline, not escape.
Commercial cues
Model
free only
Free tier
Yes
Trial
Available
Pricing Strategy
Sixteen operates on a free-only model, focusing on habit formation and earned access to digital devices.
- • Emergency keys provide flexibility without undermining discipline.
- • Free tier lowers testing friction.
Operator context
Operating setup
Founded
Aug 2025
Platform
Web app
Audience
General
Social footprint
Tech stack
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Wedge Expand
- Stage
- Pre Revenue
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
About Sixteen Expand
Sixteen offers a unique approach to screentime management, helping individuals reclaim focus by linking screen access directly to task completion. Designed for anyone seeking to reduce digital distractions, the app integrates with popular task managers like Linear.
This mechanism ensures that phone and app usage feels earned, fostering discipline rather than simply imposing limits. Features such as a "Saved Screentime Bank" and emergency keys provide users with control and flexibility, encouraging a more mindful relationship with their devices.
Sixteen's positioning as a discipline-building tool differentiates it from basic app blockers.