FarPause

What it does

FarPause is a macOS eye-care reminder built on the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Unlike noisy Pomodoro timers, FarPause delivers a calm, minimal break — a soft full-screen overlay with no flashy distractions, designed to get your eyes off the screen. Features: menu bar countdown, global pause, multi-monitor support, auto-pause when idle, and a native macOS experience. Rest your eyes. Look far away.

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Utilities Developer 海燕 董 Language EN + 9 More Size 1.9 MB Mac Step away from your screen occasionally, and gaze into the distance. FarPause is an eye-care reminder tool designed exclusively for macOS, built around the classic 20-20-20 Eye Rule: Every 20 minutes of screen time, look at an object 20 feet (approx. 6 meters) away for 20 seconds. This simple practice eases eye strain and pressure caused by prolonged screen use. Unlike traditional Pomodoro timers or intrusive reminder apps, FarPause delivers a gentle, unobtrusive and immersive experience. When it's time to rest, a soft full-screen overlay prompts you to step away from your screen and refocus your vision on distant scenery. No…from apps.apple.com

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