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Using scientifically proven and user-tested methods, Pavlok uses both Positive Reinforcement and Negative Reinforcement to help users form good habits.
It uses vibration, sound, and even a jolting shock to get users to stick through with their commitments.
Pavlok works with iOS and will also support Android. Pavlok is a software + hardware solution. Pavlok’s initial use cases are: EarlyRiser, an alarm clock that shocks you if you snooze, Pavlok Focus, which breaks the habits of overusing social media, and opening too many tabs, and Pavlok Fit, which uses rewards and penalties to commit you to exercising, daily.
It uses vibration, sound, and even a jolting shock to get users to stick through with their commitments.
Pavlok works with iOS and will also support Android. Pavlok is a software + hardware solution. Pavlok’s initial use cases are: EarlyRiser, an alarm clock that shocks you if you snooze, Pavlok Focus, which breaks the habits of overusing social media, and opening too many tabs, and Pavlok Fit, which uses rewards and penalties to commit you to exercising, daily.
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| Apr 15, 2025 | A co-founder swiped on Grindr in a client meeting. Now he’s sharing his entire Google history | When I ask founders what inspired them to develop their products, I usually hear about customer pain points. But the idea for Zario traces back to a moment of monumental digital misstep — swiping on Grindr during a client meeting. Co-founde... |
| Jun 17, 2019 | Can this electric shock bracelet zap you out of bad habits? | More On: Tech Access thousands of audio books and get new AirPod Pros to listen to them with this bundle China develops machines that can track data sent abroad by cars Save over 15% on this 4.1-star powerful cordless vacuum Facebook unveil... |
| Jun 17, 2019 | Can this electric shock bracelet zap you out of bad habits? | Dog trainers, prepare for a taste of your own medicine. Similar to a shock collar for your disobedient pup, the updated Pavlok bracelet (like Pavlov. Get it?) will give the wearer a 350-volt jolt every time they cross a line. Looking to qui... |
| Jan 4, 2017 | 8 Boston Startups to Watch at CES 2017 | CES 2017 is upon us. While the consumer electronics trade show officially begins Thursday, there's already buzz about what tech companies will showcase, which products are promising and which ones are doomed for the gadget graveyard. There ... |
| Sep 13, 2016 | People lie, forget, but connected devices can help patients win | How many drinks do you consume per week? How frequently do you exercise? How’s your diet? For most people, this line of health behavior questioning can be the most uncomfortable part of a visit to the doctor’s office, possibly with the exce... |
| Sep 1, 2016 | Человек-огурец и секс-трекер: 12 самых странных питчей, которые пришлось прослушать ментору 500 Startups Статьи редакции | Ментор американского стартап-акселератора 500 Startups Тристан Поллок (за всю свою карьеру инвестировал $23 млн в 174 стартапа) опубликовал в своём блоге на Medium список из 12 самых странных проектов, питчи которых ему когда-либо приходило... |
| Jun 10, 2016 | Meet a device that some South Africans are using to shock themselves into breaking bad habits | |
| May 20, 2016 | UK IoT firm wants to give users electric shocks when they overspend | British technology company Intelligent Environments wants to deliver its customers an electric shock when they overspend from their bank account. The company said its IoT-enabled banking platform will feature the Pavlok wristband, named aft... |
| Apr 24, 2016 | 5 Health Wearables to Get You Primed for Summer | Mmm….sweatproof. It's not often that your online shopping includes that particular search word. But if you're looking to get more active this summer, and searching for the perfect wearable accessory to help you stay motivated, then the abil... |
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FAQ about Pavlok
What has the press written about Pavlok?
Parsers VC has collected 15 articles mentioning Pavlok, among them “A co-founder swiped on Grindr in a client meeting. Now he’s sharing his entire Google history” (Apr 15, 2025) and “Can this electric shock bracelet zap you out of bad habits?” (Jun 17, 2019).
Is Pavlok still active?
Yes, Pavlok is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Feb 27, 2026.