What is DoomScroll App?
Doomscroll transforms the compulsive habit of scrolling into a calming ritual. What sets us apart is that we maintain the familiar scrolling motion people are accustomed to, but replace endless content with a calming countdown in a minimalist package.
Problem
Users struggle with compulsive habit of endless scrolling through social media/news feeds, leading to wasted time and increased anxiety
Solution
Mobile app that replaces infinite content feeds with calming countdown timer while maintaining familiar scrolling motion (e.g. scroll to see time-based meditation prompts)
Customers
Remote workers, students, and busy professionals aged 18-35 who frequently check phones for stress relief but want better time management
Unique Features
Maintains scrolling muscle memory while transforming it into mindfulness practice through tactile time visualization
User Comments
Helps break phone addiction cycle
Surprisingly effective focus booster
Reduces morning anxiety
Better than screen time trackers
Creates mindful transition between tasks
Traction
Newly launched (May 2023), 2K+ ProductHunt upvotes
Featured in Digital Wellness category
5K+ App Store downloads in first month
Market Size
Global digital wellbeing market valued at $16.5 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research)
