Squawk

Squawk: The Only Task Manager That Uses Persistent Alerts and Context-Aware Triggers

Stop losing track of tasks buried inside silent notification trays. Squawk redefines mobile task management by replacing forgettable pop-ups with an aggressive, attention-grabbing reminder system that actually makes you act. Built from the ground up to eliminate the friction of traditional to-do list apps, Squawk uses a card-based interface that feels natural, not cluttered. You don't schedule reminders here — you set conditions, triggers, and persistence levels that adapt to your real-world behavior. Whether you need a nagging alert that won't dismiss until you unlock your phone, or a silent nudge when you step into your home Wi-Fi zone, Squawk delivers precision without compromise.

Advanced Task and Reminder Engine

Squawk’s core differentiator is its dual-layer notification architecture. Every task you create can be paired with either a dialog-based alert (a modal pop-up that blocks the screen until you acknowledge it) or a non-intrusive on-screen message that appears without interrupting your workflow. This choice lets you match reminder urgency to task importance — critical deadlines get the full-screen treatment, while routine items fade into the background. The free tier supports up to 15 active Squawks, enough for daily checklists and recurring obligations. For power users, the snooze system is configurable: you can postpone a task to reappear after a specific number of device unlocks or after a set number of minutes have passed. This unlock-based delay is uniquely effective for tasks you need to see every time you pick up your phone, without relying on arbitrary calendar times.

Sophisticated Scheduling and Location-Aware Activation

Squawk moves beyond simple date/time scheduling. You can define precise activation windows — for example, a Squawk that only fires between 2 PM and 4 PM on weekdays, or one that triggers exclusively during a custom date range. This eliminates irrelevant alerts outside your working hours. More powerfully, Squawk introduces Wi-Fi SSID conditions: a Squawk can be set to activate only when your device connects to a specific network, such as "HomeNetwork," "Office_Guest," or "Cafe_WiFi." This context-aware triggering ensures reminders appear exactly when and where they're useful. Imagine a "Pick up milk" Squawk that only pops up when you're on your home Wi-Fi, or a "Submit timesheet" reminder that fires only when you're connected to your office network. No more irrelevant alerts during your commute.

Comprehensive Task Hierarchy and Sub-Task Management

For complex projects, Squawk supports nested sub-tasks within each main Squawk. This allows you to break down large initiatives — like "Plan vacation" or "Complete quarterly report" — into actionable micro-steps. Each sub-task can have its own reminder behavior, priority level, and completion tracking. The card-based UI visually groups related items, giving you an at-a-glance view of progress. This hierarchical approach transforms Squawk from a simple reminder app into a full-fledged project management tool for mobile. You can reorder tasks, collapse or expand sub-task lists, and mark individual items complete without losing the parent task context.

Key Features at a Glance

• Persistent dialog alerts that block the screen until you dismiss or snooze, ensuring zero missed tasks.
• Wi-Fi SSID conditional triggers that activate reminders only when connected to specific networks.
• Unlock-based snooze system that delays tasks by a set number of device unlocks for natural review.
• Nested sub-task support with individual completion tracking and per-item reminder customization.
• Date/time range activation for scheduling alerts within precise windows, not just single timestamps.

Download the Mobile App Now

Stop relying on forgettable notification banners. Get Squawk immediately and take control of your daily workflow with reminders that demand attention. Your tasks won't wait — neither should you.

Heads up: you'll need an active internet connection for Wi-Fi-based triggers and cloud sync. Some advanced features like unlimited Squawks and custom snooze patterns require the Turbo subscription.