LookAway

A macOS application that enforces healthy screen habits through smart breaks, posture nudges, and blink reminders, reducing eye strain and screen fatigue without disrupting workflow. It targets remote professionals, designers, and digital minimalists, as well as IT and operations teams in small to mid-sized companies. The app differentiates itself by waiting for natural pauses in work, offering customizable break experiences, and syncing breaks across Apple devices.

Key features

• Smart break scheduling with heads-up notifications
• Snooze options for breaks
• Menu bar control and live status
• Floating countdown that follows cursor
• Automatic pause during meetings, calls, and fullscreen
• Posture and blink reminders
• Customizable timers, sounds, backgrounds, and messages
• AppleScript and Shortcuts automations
• Global keyboard shortcuts and Focus Filters integration
• iPhone/iPad sync for breaks
• Planned breaks scheduling
• Website usage stats and Screen Score