EyeRest
A lightweight Windows tray app that reminds users to follow the 20–20–20 rule for eye health.
What is EyeRest?
EyeRest is a lightweight Windows tray application that helps users follow the 20–20–20 rule by sending periodic reminders to take visual breaks. It runs in the system tray and notifies users every 20 minutes (configurable) to look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds, aiming to reduce digital eye strain from prolonged screen time. The app is minimal, non-intrusive, and designed for classic Windows desktop environments.
Windows users, particularly developers, office workers, gamers, and anyone who spends long hours in front of a computer screen and wants to mitigate eye strain through structured breaks. It targets users comfortable with system tray applications and seeking a simple, local tool without telemetry.
Developers choose EyeRest for its simplicity, privacy focus (no telemetry or network access), and lightweight design compared to more bloated alternatives. Its unique selling points include configurable reminders, optional persistence and auto-start, and use of modern Windows toast notifications with fallback support, all built on .NET Framework for reliability on Windows systems.
Overview
A lightweight Windows tray application that helps you follow the 20–20–20 rule by reminding you every 20 minutes to rest your eyes and look into the distance.
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