FOCUSGUARDIAN
Terms & Conditions
A clear look at how FocusGuard’s Terms & Conditions.
Date Created: July 12th, 2026
Effective Date: July 12th, 2026
By installing or opening FocusGuard, you agree to the Terms & Conditions outlined in this document. In these Terms, “we,” “us,” and “the App” refer to FocusGuard. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not install or use FocusGuard on your computer.
Contact us at contact@focusGuardian.com.
We do not impose a strict minimum-age requirement. If you are under the age of 13, obtain permission from a parent or guardian before installing the App. The App also collects limited analytics data (more information is available in the Privacy Policy). Analytics collection is optional and should be disabled for users under the age of 13. If someone under the age of 13 has used FocusGuard with analytics enabled, please disable analytics and email us at contact@focusGuardian.com. Include the user’s Anonymous Analytics ID, found under Settings > Privacy & About. After receiving the email, FocusGuard will delete the analytics data associated with that user.
FocusGuard is a macOS application designed to help users stay focused through optional live app and website blocking, as well as optional Presence Detection (face tracking). FocusGuard is developed using SwiftUI and relies on several Apple frameworks, including Vision, AVFoundation, and SwiftData.
FocusGuard includes features such as:
Presence Detection (optional) — helps ensure users remain present throughout the duration of a focus session.
Content Blocking (optional) — blocks distracting applications and websites selected by the user.
Pomodoro Templates (optional) — allows users to customize work sessions, break lengths, and timer schedules.
FocusGuard requests certain device permissions to provide its focus features. Some of the permissions it requests through macOS are described below.
Apple Events — This permission allows FocusGuard to communicate with other apps. FocusGuard uses it to identify when a user visits a blocked website and then replace the tab’s content with a blocked-content screen. If permission is denied, website blocking will be unavailable.
Camera — Camera data is used for Presence Detection, which helps determine whether users remain present throughout a focus session. If permission is denied, Presence Detection will be unavailable.
File Searching — FocusGuard automatically searches application folders on your Mac to suggest applications you may want to block.
More information about privacy can be found within FocusGuard’s Privacy Policy.
FocusGuard does not include an account system. FocusGuard stores user data in the user’s iCloud account.
You may use FocusGuard only for lawful, personal, and authorized purposes. You agree to follow these Terms and all applicable laws while using the App.
You may not:
Copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, sublicense, or commercially exploit any part of FocusGuard unless we give you written permission.
Reverse-engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to discover the source code of the App, except where applicable law expressly permits it.
Bypass, disable, damage, or interfere with the App’s security features, access controls, device permissions, or normal operation.
Introduce malware, harmful code, automated scripts, or other technology intended to disrupt the App or another user’s device.
Access or attempt to access another person’s account, device, settings, or information without their permission.
Use FocusGuard to secretly monitor, restrict, control, harass, intimidate, or surveil another person.
Misrepresent your identity, authority, or relationship with another user.
Use the App in a manner that violates another person’s privacy, intellectual-property rights, contractual rights, or other legal rights.
Use FocusGuard for any unlawful, fraudulent, abusive, or harmful purpose.
Help another person perform any activity prohibited by these Terms.
You are responsible for ensuring that your use of FocusGuard is lawful and appropriately authorized. We may restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the App if we reasonably believe that it is being misused, that these Terms have been violated, or that continued access could harm FocusGuard, its users, or another person.
Any enforcement action will be subject to applicable law and any consumer rights that cannot legally be limited.
FocusGuard is not responsible for unintentional or intentional data loss, including streaks. In addition, FocusGuard does not implement an account system because data is simply stored on Apple’s iCloud servers. Data can be deleted within Apple’s System Settings app.
FocusGuard uses or interacts with services, software, frameworks, websites, and platform functionality supplied by third parties. These third-party components may be governed by their providers’ own terms, licenses, and privacy policies.
Current third-party services and technologies include:
Apple and macOS: FocusGuard relies on Apple frameworks and operating-system capabilities for its interface, local data storage, camera access, face-presence processing, application detection, browser automation, and other device functions. Distribution, installation, updates, and purchases made through Apple may also be governed by Apple’s terms.
PostHog: FocusGuard uses PostHog to collect analytics about App usage and lifecycle events so that we can understand and improve the App. FocusGuard provides an in-app option to opt out of these analytics. The collection and treatment of analytics data must also be described in our Privacy Policy.
FaviconFinder and website providers: FocusGuard uses the FaviconFinder software package to locate and download website icons. When the App retrieves an icon, it may connect to the website entered or selected by the user. That website may receive standard network information associated with the request, such as the user’s IP address and browser-like request information.
Framer: Certain FocusGuard webpages, including informational, privacy, and website-blocking pages, are hosted using Framer. Opening those pages transfers the user from the App to web content and may result in information being processed according to Framer’s and the website operator’s applicable policies.
Supported web browsers: To provide website-blocking functionality, FocusGuard may interact with supported browsers through macOS automation features. Current browser integrations may include Safari, Google Chrome, Arc, Dia, and Atlas. Browser availability and behavior are controlled by their respective developers.
FocusGuard is a productivity and digital-wellness tool intended to help users structure focus sessions, reduce selected digital distractions, and review their focusing activity.
FocusGuard is not a medical device and does not provide medical, psychological, psychiatric, therapeutic, diagnostic, or other professional healthcare services. The App is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, technology addiction, anxiety, depression, or any other medical or mental-health condition.
Information, reminders, statistics, awards, streaks, presence-detection features, and other feedback presented by the App are provided for general informational and motivational purposes only. They should not be treated as medical advice or as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified professional.
Individual results vary. We do not guarantee that using FocusGuard will:
Improve concentration, productivity, health, grades, or employment performance.
Prevent procrastination or distraction.
Ensure completion of any task or goal.
Produce or maintain a particular streak, habit, or outcome.
Block every application, website, notification, or source of distraction.
You remain responsible for deciding whether FocusGuard and its settings are appropriate for your circumstances. Do not rely on the App where a failure, interruption, or restriction could create a safety risk or prevent access to emergency services, essential communications, medical resources, or safety-critical information.
During an emergency, or whenever your health or someone else’s health is at risk, do not hesitate to leave your focus session unattended while Presence Detection is enabled, even if doing so breaks your streak.
We may update these Terms as FocusGuard changes or legal requirements evolve. The “Last updated” date will show when revisions were made. If a change materially affects how information is processed, we will provide additional notice where appropriate.
