Overview

Rating:
4.90
(30)
Version:
1.1.0
Last updated: 2026-09-21
Ranking
#207,531 ▼ 194
Overall

Features & Capabilities

TimeBack is now SandBud. Our tiny team is working on some big changes! Stay tuned!

Less brainrot. More living. SandBud is a focus app that makes putting your phone down REWARDING.

Block distracting apps, and earn rewards when you focus. The best part? You can grow your own zen garden and show off your focus progress while you are resetting your phone habit.

Designed by the former TikTok product team, SandBud makes focus fun! We use proven behavioral psychology hacks to reverse-engineer the brainrot, so you will fall in love with being present again!

Meet Bud, your little focus butler. He’s here to remind you to spend less time scrolling and more time doing your thing. Studying. Working. Having dinner without checking what everyone else is having for dinner.

HOW SandBud WORKS

Choose your distractions Select the apps you want to take a break from. Make a focus plan Set aside time for work, study, winding down, or being with people you care about. TimeBack blocks your selected apps during your focus session, so you don't brainrot. Earn something worth looking forward to Complete your focus session to earn rewards for your garden. Grow plants, unlock surprise collections, and make your little space your own.

SCREEN TIME CONTROL WITH SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO

You already know you want to scroll less and stop the brainrot. SandBud gives you a reason to follow through: a little progress, a little surprise, and a garden that grows with your effort.

• App Blocker — Block distracting apps when you want to focus. • Focus Plans — Make room in your day for the things you keep putting off. • Zen Garden — Turn completed sessions into rewards and a space you can build. • Surprise Collections — Discover new things to unlock as you keep going. • Zen Mode — Start a distraction-free moment when you need one. • Screen Time Reports — See your screen time breakdown and follow your progress.

BE PRESENT, ONE SESSION AT A TIME

One quick check can turn into an hour of brainrot. Give yourself a break from the feed and make room for your own life.

Practice mindfulness while studying, working, or spending time with someone you love. Your phone can wait. Bud is excellent at waiting.

Start your first focus plan. Give your attention somewhere better to go.

BUILT WITH APPLE’S SCREEN TIME API

SandBud uses Apple’s Screen Time API to block the apps you select.

TERMS & PRIVACY

Terms of Use: https://gettimeback.app/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://gettimeback.app/privacy-policy/

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Sean Kuannery Media, LLC
Rating:
4.90
(30)
Version:
1.1.0 Last updated: 2026-09-21
Version code:
891423083
Creation date:
2025-02-15
Compatible devices:
Size:
280.65MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-09-24
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Sean Kuannery Media, LLC
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sandbud-focus-app-blocker/id6550890951
Website:
https://gettimeback.app/

User Reviews

Since I started to block social media with this app, I’ve noticed that I’m calmer and happier. I didn’t realize how much of an impact social media has on me mentally. It’s really hard not to compare with everybody’s on social media, and it made me feel bad about myself. And sometimes I can’t completely delete Instagram because that’s how I message my friends. It’s really a double edged sword but this app helps me dial back and pulls me out just before I spiral. Also, I love the zen garden. It’s super cute, and helps me feel calm.
by Fa*****, 2026-09-11

Ok this fixed the one habit I could not fix myself. I used to scroll till late night without even noticing. Now I easily get an extra hour a night. It’s easy and hard to cheat - love it!
by Jo*****, 2026-09-02
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