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Blocker compared with NoBacksies
DetailBlocker logo Blocker NoBacksies
What it doesWebsite and app blocker for Mac with lock modes to prevent disabling blocks Commit for real with refundable deposits on daily habits
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Pricing modelFree trial Paid
Pricing$29 for founding licence (90% claimed, 1 of 10 founding spots left), then $39 for next 25, then $59 regular price. One-time payment, free updates forever. Joining fees: ₹49 for 14-day Kickstart plan, ₹99 for 30-day Standard plan, ₹149 for 60-day Iron Will plan. Deposit floors: ₹250 minimum for 14 days, ₹500 minimum for 30 days, ₹1,000 minimum for 60 days. 30-day Standard plan example shows ₹1,099 total (₹99 joining fee plus ₹1,000 deposit). Deposits a
Key features
  • Block websites across all browsers simultaneously
  • Block Mac apps from launching
  • Three lock modes: Off, Strict, and Hardcore
  • Recurring block scheduling by day and time
  • No account or sign-up required
  • Runs offline on your Mac
  • Streak and focus hour tracking
  • Support for subdomain blocking
  • Daily photo-verified check-ins for accountability
  • Gym check-in and wake up early activities
  • 14, 30, and 60-day challenge durations
  • Custom deposit amounts starting at duration minimums
  • Full deposit refund on challenge completion
  • Charitable forfeiture to Akshaya Patra on failure
  • Earned progression system for 60-day challenges
  • No gamification with streak badges or countdown timers
  • Public ledger showing transactions and donations
  • Completion certificates upon challenge success
What makes it different
  • Blocks across every browser and Mac app in one place, unlike browser extensions which only cover one browser
  • Hardcore lock mode cannot be disabled until timer ends, with only one emergency pass per week
  • Pay once, no subscription or account needed, works offline forever
  • Privacy-focused with no browsing data collected or sent from your Mac
  • Forfeited deposits go to charity, not the company
  • Simple, transparent pricing with no subscriptions or hidden charges
  • Full refunds guaranteed for completed challenges
  • No fake gamification or manipulative design patterns
  • Photo verification ensures real accountability
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
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Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 no change since last check6 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)90
Citation Flow (Majestic)220
Referring domains (Majestic)760

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