meet argo.

The AI app blocker you have to argue with.

Argue helps you reduce screen time and stop doomscrolling by making you explain why you need a distracting app before Argo grants timed access.

argo

yo I see you're trying to open tiktok for the third time today, why should I give you access?

you

i just finished my homework and I want a reward

Y
argo
argo

You said that yesterday too, but then you scrolled for 1 hr

you

yeah that was my bad I'll keep it shorter today

Y
argo
argo

hmm. alright fine, i'll set it for 15 minutes max. And that's it for today - I'll remember

15 min granted
15 minutes later
you

yo open tiktok again real quick

Y
argo
argo

lol no. you literally just used your 15. I told you that was it for today and I meant it

you

bro just 5 more mins pleaseee

Y
argo
argo

nope. tomorrow. go touch grass champ

access denied

How it works

Put one honest checkpoint between you and the scroll.

  1. 01

    Choose what to block

    Pick the social, video, game, or other distracting apps you keep opening on autopilot.

  2. 02

    Make your case to Argo

    When you try to open one, Argo asks what you need it for and whether it is worth your time.

  3. 03

    Get a timed break—or refocus

    A real reason can earn short access. A weak excuse keeps the app blocked and your attention intact.

@sarah

"argue literally saved my grades this semester"

@mike

"argo remembered I said 'just 5 minutes' yesterday and called me out. brutal but fair"

@jess

"replaced my screen time app with argue. having an AI negotiate with me actually works"

@alex

"i tried to justify opening youtube during work. argo said 'nice try'. legendary."

Questions

Screen time, negotiated.

What is Argue?

Argue is an AI screen time app and app blocker for iPhone. Instead of giving you an easy ignore button, it makes you pause and explain why you need a blocked app.

How does the AI app blocker work?

You choose which apps to limit. When you try to open one, Argo starts a short conversation and can grant a timed break when your reason holds up.

Can Argue help stop doomscrolling?

Argue adds friction at the exact moment you reach for a distracting app. That checkpoint helps turn an automatic open into an intentional decision.

Which devices support Argue?

Argue is available for iPhone and requires iOS 17 or later.

get argue

available now · iphone

Download on the App Store

Requires iOS 17 or later

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