StandUp Timer: Remote Dismissal

Sitting reminder that forces you to stand up and walk away to turn it off

Problem

Users report that wristbands and computer reminders are ineffective and get dismissed instantly; they want a timer that can only be stopped by walking to a phone placed far away, forcing them to stand up.

Solution

A desktop timer app that shows a full-screen overlay when time is up. To dismiss it, user must scan a QR code with their phone or visit a link on a device placed away. Customizable intervals, sounds, and do-not-disturb.

Users

Programmers, designers, remote workers, health-conscious but lacking self-discipline.

MVP

Windows/macOS desktop app; set countdown; full-screen overlay with QR code; dismiss via phone; basic stats.

Revenue

One-time purchase ($9.99) or subscription ($2/mo) for multi-device sync, custom reminders, health reports.

Why now

Remote work boom and health awareness; simple tech, quick for indie devs to build.