PactCircle · Social Accountability for Digital Balance
Your circle is waiting

Quit scrolling together.

Small friend circles lock in daily reading goals and screen-time cuts. Real stakes, real support.

Free for circles up to 5. No credit card required.

The Challenge

Willpower alone doesn't work.

Solitary tracking and vague group chats leave you stuck in the same loop. Real change needs real stakes and real people.

Endless feed trap

You open one app and lose two hours. The algorithm wins every time because there's no friction.

No one notices

Generic group chats don't hold you accountable. There's no real-time peer pressure or positive reinforcement.

Willpower fades

You start strong on Monday, but by Wednesday the old habits creep back. Solo tracking gives no safety net.

Therapy is too heavy

Clinical programs feel like a last resort. You want a lightweight, social way to shift your daily habits.

Lock in daily goals

Set shared reading and screen-time targets with your circle. Everyone sees the same finish line.

Verify daily progress

Submit screentime proof and a 3-minute reflection. Your circle sees you showed up.

Unlock group rewards

Hit streaks together to earn badges and micro-rewards. Progress feels like a shared win.

Grow with your circle

Daily nudges keep everyone on track. Small consistent steps beat isolated bursts of effort.

The Solution

Turn habit change into a team sport.

PactCircle replaces willpower with peer stakes. Your circle keeps you honest and celebrates every win.

Key Features

Everything your circle needs to stay on track.

Private circle creation

Invite up to 5 friends into a private accountability squad. Only your circle sees the goals and progress.

Snap and submit daily screentime proof. Quick, verifiable, and shared instantly with your circle.

Daily screentime proof

3-minute reflection log

Jot down what you read and learned. A quick daily note that turns screen time into knowledge gain.

Watch your group streak grow day by day. One shared counter that keeps everyone motivated.

Group streak counter

Automated nudge alerts

Gentle reminders when someone falls behind. No shame, just a friendly push to get back on track.

Earn group badges and unlock micro-rewards as you hit milestones. Positive reinforcement that actually works.

Badges & micro-rewards

What early users say

Circles that stick together, win together.

MK

Maya K.

Junior, UC Berkeley

"I finally stopped doomscrolling at 2am. My circle's nightly check-ins made me actually want to read instead."

JT

Jordan T.

First-year analyst

"The group streak is weirdly powerful. Nobody wants to be the one who breaks it. We've hit 30 days straight."

SR

Sam R.

Design student

"I've tried every habit app alone. Having my friends see my daily proof changed everything. It's actually fun."

How It Works

Three steps to a better circle.

01

Form your circle

Invite up to 5 friends and set shared reading and screen-time goals together. Everyone commits to the same pact.

02

Check in daily

Submit screentime proof and a short reflection. Your circle sees your progress and keeps the streak alive.

03

Win together

Hit milestones, unlock group badges, and celebrate real progress. Habit change becomes a shared victory.

Pricing

Simple plans for every circle.

Starter Circle

Free for peer circles up to 5 members.

Daily check-ins Streak counter
0€/mo Join Waitlist
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Pro Circle

Custom challenges, certified logs, and expert book clubs.

Custom challenges Certified logs Analytics
3.99€/mo per member Join Waitlist

Campus & Community

Leaderboards, mentor groups, and bulk member access.

Leaderboards Mentor access
Custom Contact
Be first in line

Your circle is waiting.

Join the waitlist and start your first 14-day pact with friends.

Free for circles up to 5. No credit card required.

FAQ

Questions? We've got you.

Everything you need to know before starting your first circle.

Is PactCircle really free for small circles? +

Yes. Circles with up to 5 members get all core features free, including daily check-ins and streak tracking. No credit card required.

How does the screentime proof work? +

You submit a daily screenshot of your screentime report. Your circle sees it instantly. It's quick, verifiable, and keeps everyone honest.

What if someone in my circle stops checking in? +

The group gets a gentle nudge. No shame, just a friendly reminder. You can also set custom stakes or micro-rewards for extra motivation.

Can I use PactCircle with friends in different cities? +

Absolutely. Circles are fully remote. Invite friends via a link, set shared goals, and check in from anywhere in the world.

What's included in the Pro tier? +

Pro adds custom challenges, certified reading logs, advanced group analytics, and access to expert-led book clubs. It's 3.99€ per member per month.