AI-Powered Detection
Advanced machine learning models analyze facial movements in real-time to detect nail-biting behavior before it happens.
Break the
bad habit
BitingOff is a private nail-biting app for macOS that combines real-time detection, instant interruption, and progress tracking.
Nail-biting free days 23
Current streak 7 days
Improvement rate 68%
How This Nail-Biting App Works
Built for people searching how to stop nail biting with practical, immediate cues instead of passive reminders.
Instant Alerts
Get immediate audio notifications and visual warnings the moment the app detects hand-to-mouth movement patterns.
Screen Freeze
Option to temporarily freeze your screen when nail-biting is detected, forcing you to become aware of the habit.
Complete Privacy
All processing happens locally on your device. No video leaves your computer. No cloud storage. Ever.
Session Timer
Track your progress with built-in timers. Set goals for nail-biting-free sessions and build streaks.
Progress Analytics
Detailed insights into your habit patterns. See when you're most likely to bite and how you're improving over time.
Simple. Effective. Private.
Getting started with BitingOff takes less than a minute. Here's how the app helps you break the habit.
STEP 1
Enable Camera
Grant camera access so BitingOff can monitor your facial movements. All processing happens locally — your video never leaves your device.
STEP 2
AI Detection
Our machine learning model continuously analyzes your hand and face positioning, detecting patterns associated with nail-biting behavior.
STEP 3
Instant Alert
When nail-biting is detected, BitingOff immediately alerts you with sound notifications and optionally freezes your screen to break the habit loop.
STEP 4
Track Progress
Review your daily, weekly, and monthly statistics. See how your nail-biting frequency decreases over time as you build awareness.
Privacy first
Your Data Stays On Your Device
We built BitingOff with privacy as the foundation. Unlike other apps that send your data to the cloud, everything happens locally on your computer. Your face, your habits, your progress — all private.
Local Processing Only
All AI detection happens on your device. No video streams to external servers.
Encrypted Storage
Your progress data is stored locally with encryption. Only you can access it.
No Data Collection
We do not collect usage statistics, analytics, or any personal information.
Track Your Progress
See your improvement over time with detailed analytics and insights. Build streaks, set goals, and celebrate your wins.
23 Nail-Biting Free Days +5
7 Current Streak days
142 Incidents Prevented this month
68% Improvement Rate vs last month
Nail-Biting Incidents
Monthly trend over the past year
Session Timer
02:34:18
Current nail-biting free session
Daily Goal 8 hours
Ready to Break the Habit?
Download BitingOff today and start your journey to nail-biting freedom. It's free, private, and works entirely on your device. Currently available for macOS only.
Nail-Biting App FAQ
Common questions from people looking for ways to stop biting nails.
How do I stop nail biting while working on my computer?
Use interruption and awareness cues in real time. BitingOff detects hand-to-mouth movement and immediately alerts you, helping you break the automatic loop while you work.
Is BitingOff an onychophagia treatment?
BitingOff is a behavior-awareness app for nail biting (onychophagia). It is not a medical treatment, but it can support habit change with private detection and progress tracking.
Does this nail-biting app work offline?
Yes. Detection and tracking run locally on your Mac. Your camera feed and habit data stay on your device.
Is BitingOff available for Windows or iPhone?
Not yet. The current release is built for macOS 11+.