Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about CatNap
How does CatNap recognize my cat?▼
When you create a CatKey, you add up to three photos of your cat. When you scan to unlock, CatNap sends the camera image and those photos to an AI model, which checks whether it's the same cat.
Can I trick it with a photo of my cat?▼
CatNap's AI is told to reject photos of photos, drawings and toys, but no system is perfect. The point isn't to make it impossible to bypass—it's to add enough friction that you consciously choose to seek out your cat instead of mindlessly scrolling.
What if I don't have a cat?▼
CatNap works with cats and dogs. Your CatKey is a few photos of your pet, and scanning that pet is what unlocks your apps. If you have neither, CatNap isn't the right fit.
How much does CatNap cost?▼
CatNap is free to download, with one CatKey and limits on how many apps you can block and how many sessions you can start each day. Premium raises those limits: more blocked apps, more CatNap sessions a day, more pets and more alarms. Prices are shown in the app before you subscribe.
Can I register multiple cats?▼
Yes. Each cat becomes its own CatKey. Free users start with one and can unlock a second by sharing CatNap; Premium users can add more. Each CatKey keeps its own unlock count, so you can see which cat unlocks your phone most often.
What apps can I block?▼
CatNap uses Apple's Screen Time API, so you can block any app that Screen Time supports. Common choices include TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, YouTube, and games. You can block individual apps or entire categories.
Can I set scheduled blocking?▼
Yes! You can set apps to be blocked during specific hours (e.g., 9am-5pm for work) or use on-demand blocking when you need to focus. Scheduled blocks are great for establishing routine; on-demand blocks are great for study sessions.
What are Leaderboards and Contracts?▼
Leaderboards rank users by 'guard time'—the cumulative time your cats have blocked your apps. Add friends to compete weekly. Contracts let you commit to blocking your apps for a set time (for example, an hour) with friends as witnesses. If you break your contract, they get notified.
Does CatNap work on Android?▼
Currently, CatNap is iOS only. We're exploring Android support but haven't committed to a timeline. Android's permissions model is different, and we want to ensure the same quality experience before launching.