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DetailShoji logo Shoji NoBacksies
What it doesA privacy screen for your Mac that locks with one keystroke and unlocks with Touch ID Commit for real with refundable deposits on daily habits
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Pricing modelPaid Paid
Pricing$14 one time. Includes 24 hours free trial, three Macs on one license key, and every future update. 30 days to change your mind, no questions. 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
  • Lock entire Mac display with one keystroke (⌘L)
  • Unlock with Touch ID or Mac password
  • Windows remain exactly as they were when locked
  • Works with multiple displays including new ones plugged in while locked
  • Hands off to macOS lock after custom time delay
  • No permissions required from macOS
  • 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
  • Instant privacy that keeps windows exactly where you left them, unlike macOS lock screen
  • Survives Force Quit with automatic macOS lock activation
  • One-time purchase with no subscription
  • 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
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Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)29 +1 (up) since last check6 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)100
Citation Flow (Majestic)190
Referring domains (Majestic)100

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