Question 1

What is Paritose?

Accepted Answer

Paritose is an AI focus timer that helps you stay focused while studying or working. It combines a Pomodoro-style timer, to-do list, rewards, and real-time distraction detection to help you avoid checking your phone during focus sessions.

Question 2

Why should I use Paritose instead of just putting my phone away?

Accepted Answer

Putting your phone away can help, but it is not always realistic. Many people keep their phone nearby for family, school, work, or safety. Paritose helps create accountability even when your phone is nearby.

Question 3

How is Paritose different from a normal Pomodoro timer?

Accepted Answer

A normal Pomodoro timer only counts down time. Paritose does more than that. It can detect when you look away or use your phone during a focus session, then alert you until you refocus. Think of it as Pomodoro+ with real-time accountability.

Question 4

How does Paritose help me stop checking my phone?

Accepted Answer

Phone checking often happens automatically. Paritose helps by detecting distraction while it is happening. If you look away from your work or start using your phone during a focus session, Paritose triggers an alert so you can return to your task before one quick check turns into a long scrolling session. We also uses principles backed by science to ensure that Paritose is as effective as possible. Learn more about it at https://paritose.com/blogs/HowToUseTechToFightDigitalDistraction

Question 5

Does Paritose use my camera?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Paritose uses camera input during focus sessions to detect distraction. The camera helps the app understand whether you are staying focused or drifting away from your task.

Question 6

Is my camera footage stored?

Accepted Answer

No. Paritose is designed with privacy in mind. Camera processing happens locally in your browser, and your video is not stored.

Question 7

Is Paritose free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Paritose is currently free to use. You can start a focus session, use the timer, manage tasks, and try the distraction detection system without paying.