Matchbox
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Moderation, one match at a time.

Matchbox helps you moderate alcohol, smoking, spending and other habits using a simple monthly allowance system.

Free · Works on iPhone & Android · No app store needed

What is Matchbox?

Instead of quitting cold turkey, Matchbox gives you a set number of “matches” for the month — one for each time you indulge. You light a match when you do, and watch how many you have left. Simple, visual, judgement-free.

Alcohol Cigarettes Coffee Social Media Spending Anything you choose

How it works

Three steps. That's the whole app.

Step 1

Set your allowance

Choose your habit and how many you'll allow yourself each month or week.

Step 2

Light a match

Tap once each time you indulge. It takes a second and keeps you honest.

Step 3

Stay on pace

See what's left, build streaks, and get gentle email nudges when you're running low.

Install on your phone

Matchbox installs straight from your browser — no app store required.

On iPhone (Safari)

  1. 1

    Open app.matchboxmoderation.com in Safari.

  2. 2

    Tap the Share button at the bottom of the screen.

  3. 3

    Scroll down and choose “Add to Home Screen” .

  4. 4

    Tap Add. Matchbox now has its own icon and opens full-screen like a normal app. Sign up and you're set! 🔥

On Android (Chrome)

  1. 1

    Open app.matchboxmoderation.com in Chrome.

  2. 2

    Tap the menu (top-right).

  3. 3

    Choose “Install app” or “Add to Home screen”, then confirm.

Ready to find your pace?

Start moderating today — your rules, your allowance.

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