EyeAway

EyeAway is a beautiful, privacy-first macOS app that helps reduce digital eye strain using the proven 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds - your eyes will thank you.

Key Features:

Smart Break System

• Customizable work intervals (10-60 minutes) and break durations (10-60 seconds)
• Follows the scientifically-backed 20-20-20 rule for optimal eye health
• Beautiful full-screen blur overlay during breaks to ensure you actually rest
• Pre-break notifications with 30-second warning
• Automatic idle detection pauses timer when you're away
• Pomodoro mode built-in (25/5 work/break cycles)

Beautiful Customization

• Default, Random Color, or Custom themes for break overlays and reminders
• 20 curated color palettes for Random Color mode
• Full control over colors, opacity, and glass effects in Custom mode
• 16 professional SF Symbol icons to personalize ambient reminders
• Independent themes for ambient reminders and break overlays
• Live preview of all customization options

Water Reminders

• Smart hydration reminders every 30 minutes to 2 hours
• Two display styles: immersive blur screen or gentle ambient pop-up
• 8 preset encouraging messages + custom message support
• 16 water-themed SF Symbol icons
• Full theme integration with your existing color preferences
• Keyboard shortcut (Command+Shift+W) for instant manual trigger

Progress Tracking

• Daily statistics showing breaks taken and completion rates
• Beautiful charts for 7-day and 30-day history
• Streak counter to track consecutive healthy days
• Smart insights with personalized recommendations
• All data stored locally - complete privacy guaranteed

Privacy-First Design

• Zero data collection - everything stays on your Mac
• No internet required - works completely offline
• No tracking, no analytics, no cloud sync
• Your eye health data belongs to you alone

Professional Features

• Menu bar integration - lightweight and non-intrusive
• Multiple break styles: blur screen, notification only, or guided exercises
• Sound effects for break reminders (optional, can be disabled)
• Multi-monitor support
• Full VoiceOver and accessibility support
• Keyboard shortcuts for quick control (Command+Shift+S to start, Command+Shift+B for break, Command+Shift+X to stop)

Perfect For:

• Office workers spending 8+ hours at screens
• Students studying for long periods
• Developers and designers with intensive screen time
• Anyone experiencing digital eye strain, headaches, or dry eyes
• Users who value privacy and want local-only data