Less distracting app use. More everything else.

Discover the unexpected revolution in digital wellbeing: a physical shield for your distracting apps.

"The physical friction is a total game-changer"

What is it?

Tap Out is a simple app blocker with a revolutionary twist:

The only way to lift the shield is by tapping a Tap Out Point—physically.

Hang your Tap Out Point in another room (we like the fridge), and the physical distance becomes the perfect barrier to opening apps unnecessarily.

See how Tap Out works

What's the problem?

We all know it: our phones are both a blessing and a curse.

They connect, inform, and entertain us—but they also scream for a lot of attention, making it hard to stay focused on the important stuff.

Tap Out to create space for the things that matter most

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Wait, but what's wrong with the alternatives?

  • 1. Screentime limits are too easy to bypass

    The key to unlock your apps is always on your phone, and a simple password or "ignore" button makes them ineffective in 2 seconds.

  • 2. Leaving your phone at home is unrealistic, most of the time

    Yes, we've been there, and although we love it, it's just too extreme. You'll become unreachable and might even get lost in the woods. We literally did.

  • 3. Dumb phones lack the tools we love

    Nokia, we see you. You're amazingly cool and deserve a spot, but we love our maps, great camera, and a few fun & stupid videos just too much to make the switch

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download the iOS app?

Can I use multiple phones on my Tap Out Point?

Absolutely (and great idea to force your partner to use it too). As long as the phone has the Tap Out app installed, it works on any Tap Out Point.

What if I lose my Tap Out Point?

In the unlikely case that you lose your Tap Out Point, You will always be able to access your apps with an emergency Tap In. But to use the app again, you will need another Tap Out Point.

Why a physical device?

Because the distance with it creates physical friction. In the words of James Clear (Atomic Habits): it helps make bad habits difficult.

If you want to lose weight, don't put the cookies on your desk - leave them in the store or somewhere hidden.

Same for your phone addiction. Don't be tempted by leaving the distracting apps in your pocket. Lock them in another room, in your Tap Out Point.

Do you ship internationally?

Not yet. Our main focus will be on the Netherlands, our home country, but if you are very eager to get a Tap Out Point: please shoot us a message!

Is 3D printing environmentally sustainable?

We're glad you ask, because we care, and especially about the climate. That's why we manufacture the Tap Out Points in the Netherlands and power the process with local, clean, renewable electricity.

Moreover, the materials we use are either:

  • PLA, a biobased, renewable plastic from cornstrarch that can be industrially composted at end of life, or
  • rPETG from an innovative startup in Amsterdam, which is made from 98%-100% (!) recycled PET.

However, we still have a negative impact on the planet in our value chain, and as we scale up we'll do everything we can to balance it with our growth.

Can I use Tap Out on an Android phone?

Currently, Tap Out is only available for iOS for iPhone. We are working on developing an Android App, but we still need some time.

Ready to Tap Out of your distractions?

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