Snowscroll blocks addictive social feeds on iOS
snowscroll is a focused iOS-based web browser designed to combat social media addiction by filtering out infinite-scroll surfaces like Reels, Shorts, and Explore pages. Unlike traditional blockers, it preserves direct messages and updates from followed accounts, executing all operations locally to protect user privacy.
By targeting specific variable-reward feedback loops rather than blocking social apps entirely, snowscroll addresses the root cause of doomscrolling while preserving the genuine social connection users seek. Utilizing an in-app browser interface introduces subtle speed friction that disrupts unconscious, muscle-memory opening habits, while customizable toggles offer granular control over specific feeds rather than forcing an all-or-nothing approach. Furthermore, the client-side design secures user data by keeping all login details and private messages local, and built-in safeguards prevent users from bypassing restrictions by blocking subsequent scrollable content.
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2026-06-21
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2026-06-21
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