Pocket Points, founded in 2014 by Mitch Gardner and Rob Richardson, is a mobile app designed to promote healthy mobile behavior through gamification. The app rewards users, including students, employees, family members, and drivers, for reducing their phone usage by locking their phones and completing challenges. The core mission of Pocket Points is to mitigate the negative impacts of mobile distractions and enhance productivity and focus. The app primarily targets educational institutions and workplaces, aiming to foster environments where technology is used mindfully.
Notable figures affiliated with Pocket Points include its founders, Mitch Gardner and Rob Richardson. The app has garnered attention for its innovative approach to addressing the "mobile distraction apocalypse," earning praise from educational and corporate sectors alike. Key achievements include widespread adoption in schools and businesses, which has led to significant behavioral changes among users. Pocket Points has made a substantial impact by encouraging healthier tech habits and improving overall productivity and well-being.