What is Yono Rewards?
Instagram and tiktok want your attention. We’ll pay you to take it back. Keep all social media under 1 hour daily, earn points, trade for free coffee and real-world rewards from favorite local spots in your city.
Problem
Users struggle to limit their social media usage to under 1 hour daily, leading to excessive screen time and reduced productivity. Maintain controlled social media usage without tangible incentives.
Solution
A mobile app that tracks and rewards users for reducing social media screen time. Users can track daily usage, earn redeemable points, and exchange them for rewards like coffee or local merchant discounts. Example: Set a 1-hour limit on Instagram, earn 50 points/day if successful.
Customers
Young adults (18-35) in urban areas, active on Instagram/TikTok, seeking motivation to balance digital habits with real-world engagement.
Unique Features
Combines behavioral nudges (screen time tracking) with localized rewards, partnering directly with cafes/businesses to create hyper-personalized incentives.
User Comments
Reduced my TikTok addiction by 70%
Easy to redeem coffee at my favorite shop
App UI is intuitive and non-intrusive
Customer support resolved reward issues quickly
Community challenges make it fun to stay accountable
Traction
Launched in Beta in 2023, 25k+ downloads, partnered with 150+ local businesses across 3 cities, founder @yonoteam has 2.3k Twitter followers
Market Size
Global digital wellness market projected to reach $70.3 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research), with 60% of Gen Z actively seeking screen-time management tools.
