Latch
A focus tool that unlocks blocked apps through physical actions such as scanning an NFC sticker, a QR code, or walking. It is available on iOS and Android and emphasizes on-device processing and privacy protection.
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Latch is an interceptor that unlocks locked apps through physical actions (scanning an NFC sticker, scanning a QR code, or walking enough steps), and supports iPhone and Android.
The Latch Pro version uses a one-time $9.99 buyout model, with no account system, no ads and no analytics tracking.
Latch ranks #17 on Product Hunt, with 65 votes, 3 comments, and Sudarshan as the Maker.
Latch lists NFC as the preferred unlock method because NFC requires the device to be nearly touching the tag, a stronger physical constraint than QR codes and harder to fake with a screenshot or photo.
Latch does not collect any usage data; the unlock logic runs entirely locally, NFC and QR-code unlocks are both processed on-device, and step data is not uploaded either.
Most focus apps have shifted to a monthly subscription model, while Latch uses one-time buyout pricing.
Latch is not suitable for users who need cross-device sync, usage statistics reports or family-sharing controls.
Latch turns the unlock cost from a single tap into a stretch of walking, embedding friction into physical space so that it sits between "impulse" and "action".
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Latch is an interceptor that unlocks locked apps through physical actions (scanning an NFC sticker, scanning a QR code, or walking enough steps), and supports iPhone and Android.
50%UnverifiedThe Latch Pro version uses a one-time $9.99 buyout model, with no account system, no ads and no analytics tracking.
50%UnverifiedLatch ranks #17 on Product Hunt, with 65 votes, 3 comments, and Sudarshan as the Maker.
50%UnverifiedLatch lists NFC as the preferred unlock method because NFC requires the device to be nearly touching the tag, a stronger physical constraint than QR codes and harder to fake with a screenshot or photo.
50%UnverifiedLatch does not collect any usage data; the unlock logic runs entirely locally, NFC and QR-code unlocks are both processed on-device, and step data is not uploaded either.
50%UnverifiedMost focus apps have shifted to a monthly subscription model, while Latch uses one-time buyout pricing.
50%UnverifiedLatch is not suitable for users who need cross-device sync, usage statistics reports or family-sharing controls.
50%UnverifiedLatch turns the unlock cost from a single tap into a stretch of walking, embedding friction into physical space so that it sits between "impulse" and "action".
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