I built a Time Wallet app

r/SideProjectu/Human_Ad_6317·May 6, 2025

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The Post

Basically, each app is treated like a credit card. Every time you want to use it you gotta pay with your time (you have a fixed amount per day, like 1hr for Reddit, 30min for Instagram). Would you like to try it out?

Why this launch worked

The launch was successful because it tapped into a novel and thought-provoking concept that resonated with the target audience on r/SideProject. The direct comparison to a popular movie, along with the intriguing premise of a 'Time Wallet', generated significant interest and positive initial feedback, prompting engagement through comments and offers to test the app.

What Worked

Novel and attention-grabbing concept: The idea of paying for app usage with 'time' is unique and immediately sparks curiosity.

Strong 'hook' in the post title: 'I built a Time Wallet app' is concise and hints at an innovative solution.

Relatability to popular culture: The comparison to the movie 'In Time' immediately resonated with a segment of the audience, validating the concept.

Addressing a core user pain point: The comments suggest that users are interested in the psychological aspect of time management and value proposition.

Clear call to action/invitation to engage: The question 'Would you like to try it out?' directly solicited user interest and feedback.

Community Response

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Love this concept!! Reminds me of the 2011 movie “In Time” with Justin Timberlake.

TikaVilla

Superb idea. Let me know if you want a tester.

akrasia7

Time budgeting apps usually flop because they’re too rigid – how does yours handle when users blow past their daily limits?

Scoutreach

Take a loan/credit from future with interest 🤯

controlsgeeek

It's about the psychology of it. This binds the reasoning that we use and emotions we have for spending money to those we have for spending time. It's going to work well for some and less for others. I personally think it's genius 😃

erasebegin1