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I built an app to stop doomscrolling. It’s now helping around 3k users control social media usage.
r/SaaS
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| StopSocial | stopsocial.today | Productivity / Digital Wellbeing | - Progress score for staying off social |
- Daily reset ritual to replace scrolling
- Small wins, dopamine rewards, achievements |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Losing hours daily to social media (TikTok, Instagram)
- Inability to break scrolling cycle despite efforts
Problems to Solve:
- Controlling excessive social media usage
- Breaking the habit of doomscrolling
Potential Solutions:
- App providing behavioral interventions (progress tracking, replacement rituals)
- Gamification elements (rewards, achievements) to reinforce positive behavior
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Solving a personal pain point that resonates with others
- Viral content marketing
Marketing & Acquisition:
- TikTok videos going viral
- Organic growth through user satisfaction
Monetization & Product:
- Not explicitly mentioned, but implied freemium model possible
- Strong product-market fit indicated by user testimonials
User Engagement:
- Positive user testimonials driving social proof
- Built-in achievement system for ongoing motivation