Shadow is a minimal Android launcher built to reduce distraction.
It does not monitor you constantly.
It does not run in the background.
It simply controls one critical moment —
when you try to open an app.
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App Limits
Set daily usage limits for each app -
Launch Delay
Adds friction before opening distracting apps -
Smart Blocking
Stops apps after limit is reached -
Extension Mode
Controlled extra time when needed -
Lightweight
No tracking, no battery drain
- Breaks impulsive app usage
- Encourages conscious decisions
- Minimal and distraction-free
- Works exactly when needed
- Install Shadow
- Set it as default launcher
- Grant usage access
- Configure your limits
- Mohan Sharma
- GitHub: https://github.com/algospider
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MIT License
Shadow focuses on one thing —
control the moment before distraction.