Is Cortex Lantern free?

Yes. You can start free and run focus sprints right away. Pro is optional if you want to unlock the full brain map and extended insights.

What makes Cortex Lantern different from a Pomodoro timer?

Pomodoro is a time-boxing method. Cortex Lantern is a focus-training timer that visualises brain "pathways" during sessions and turns consistency into progress with Glow Points, levels, and streaks.

Do I need an account to use it?

No — you can start immediately without creating an account.

What are Cognitive Pathways?

They're five focus modes designed for different types of work (Deep Work, Learning, Creative, and more). You pick what you want to train, then run a session.

What are Glow Points, levels, and rewards?

Glow Points are your progress currency. You earn them by completing sessions, which builds streaks, levels, and unlocks.

What session lengths can I do?

Cortex Lantern is built for short, repeatable sprints — especially 15-minute sessions — so it's easier to stay consistent.

Is Cortex Lantern ADHD-friendly?

It's designed to feel gentle and structured: short sprints, clear modes, and a simple "start → finish → progress" loop. Many people with ADHD prefer that over open-ended timers.

Is there science behind this?

The app is inspired by attention and focus research principles (like reducing context-switching and building consistency). You can read the approach on the Science of Attention page.

Is Cortex Lantern available on Android?

Android is coming soon. iOS is live now.

Where should I start?

Start with Deep Work and do one 15-minute sprint. Then rotate into Learning or Creative based on what you're doing that day.

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