The Off Switch
Unplug | Unwind | Enjoy
A physical barrier that disables apps, aiding self-discipline and good habit creation
Empowering Your Wellbeing
The 'Off Switch' is a physical touch point device that needs to be tapped to re-engage a users apps and notifications.
How it works
Technology Meets Mindfulness
In a world of constant pings and endless screens, it’s easy to lose yourself in the noise. The Off Switch combines smart tech with simple action to help you break that cycle.
One tap, and you’re out of work or phone mode, and into peace, presence, and personal time. The physical barrier required to turn the apps back on is harder to avoid or override making it an effective positive habit forming tool.
It’s not just about unplugging. It’s about living well.
Step 1
2 minute set up
In the Off Switch app, set apps and notifications to be muted in customisable lists.
Unlike smartphone 'Focus' modes that can easily be disabled, a physical tap with the Off Switch is required to turn back on the chosen apps and notifications
Step 2
Placement
Users Place their physical Off Switch in their home or suitable location. Its compact, versatile design fits seamlessly into any workspace, and it can even be branded for employers.
Step 3
Tap to Switch Off
Tap to Activate Off Mode: When the workday ends, or time for certain apps is over, users simply tap the smartphone on their Off Switch device to activate Off Mode, silencing notifications and helping them unwind.
Ready to switch back into productivity mode? Tap again to enter On Mode, and re-enable the selected apps and notifications.
Choose Your Switch
Burnout
Work is important, but so is rest, play, family, and freedom. The Off Switch is designed to help you make space for all of it. Just tap your phone, and the workday ends. Notifications go silent. Apps close. Your evening begins. It’s the simplest way to create better balance in a connected world.
Parents | Teachers | Employers | Remote workers | Social Media Scrollers
“I want to stop mindlessly checking my phone.”
Endless notifications, doomscrolling, and digital distraction? The Off Switch lets you reclaim your attention—and your time.
A Social Media Scroller
“We want to support employee well-being and meet compliance standards.”
Give your team the gift of boundaries. The Off Switch helps reduce burnout, increase focus, and align with Right to Disconnect legislation; no training or policy documents required.
An HR Director
“I need to switch off from work when I’m still at home.”
Whether your office is your kitchen table or a spare room, The Off Switch helps you end the workday with a single tap—so your home feels like home again.
A Remote Worker
FAQs
The straight up basic questions:
Question:
How is it different?
Answer:
Unlike app-only solutions like Focus Mode or screen time limiters, The Off Switch uses a physical device to create a tangible action (a tap) that signals it's time to disconnect.
This habit-forming interaction helps reinforce boundaries in a way that’s harder to ignore or override, making it more effective for truly switching off. Plus, it’s customizable and can support compliance with workplace wellness standards like the Right to Disconnect.
Question:
How much does The Off Switch cost?
Answer:
The Off Switch device retails at a one off fee of £29.99 with no monthly fees for core features.
Optional premium app features and analytics for businesses are available via a subscription plan. We offer discounts for charitable or larger volume uses.
Question:
What about control?
Answer:
Only the user can control the apps and notifications that are turned on and off by 'tapping' the Off Switch. No data is held or collected, and nobody else can see or control the apps. It is a voluntary tool that organisations can give to individuals for their personal devices to help with their mental wellbeing, or for employers to help employees disconnect from work.