Finally finish your reading list
Turn your reading goal into dated milestones with a stake behind it.
Available in the US, Canada, UK and Europe. Updated .
Short answer
Most reading goals fail quietly. A book sits half finished, then another, and the yearly target slips away by March.
- One dot per book or chapter
- Stake as little as $5
- Message to your future self
Most reading goals fail quietly. A book sits half finished, then another, and the yearly target slips away by March. Breaking the goal into small dated milestones keeps reading visible every week.
On Remindeeu each book, or each set of chapters, becomes a dot with a reminder before it is due. A small stake from $5 adds just enough pressure, and your future self message celebrates the finish line.
Who it is for
- People with a yearly reading challenge
- Book club members
- Professionals reading for career growth
- Students with long reading lists
How it works
- Write your goal, promise and future self message
- Add dotting milestones and stake from $5
- Dot every milestone or watch the penalty grow
What you get
Stake from $5
Choose an amount that matters to you.
Your penalty, your rule
At least $2 per default, or more if you want.
Fair resets
After the third default the counter goes back to $0.
Dot reminders
Notified an hour before each milestone.
Future self message
Delivered to your inbox on deadline day.
Stakers community
Group chat plus private messages.
Why it works
- People work harder to avoid a loss than to earn a reward.
- Precommitting removes the daily decision to skip.
- Dated milestones turn a big goal into small, checkable steps.
Tips to get the most from it
- Set dots by chapters per week rather than whole books
- Keep your current book with you every day
- Read before screens in the evening
- Join coworking sessions for focused reading time
How Remindeeu compares
| Remindeeu | Graph based apps | Habit trackers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Money at stake | Yes | Yes | No |
| Setup effort | Minutes | Ongoing data entry | Minutes |
| Penalty resets | After third default | Varies | Not applicable |
| Community | Group chat | Forum | Rarely |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages a day to read 52 books a year?
With an average book of around 300 pages, a book a week means roughly 40 to 45 pages a day, about 45 to 60 minutes for most readers.
How can I read more books?
Carry your current book everywhere, read at a fixed time such as before bed, set weekly page targets and drop books you do not enjoy. Dated milestones with a small stake keep the habit visible.
What is a commitment contract?
A commitment contract is an agreement with yourself, backed by a consequence if you do not follow through, usually money. Economists call it a commitment device. Remindeeu stake goals are commitment contracts with dated milestones called dots.
Do commitment contracts actually work?
Research suggests they can. In a 2008 JAMA study by Volpp and colleagues, people using a deposit contract lost about 14 pounds in 16 weeks versus about 4 pounds in the control group. Effects can fade after stakes end, so set milestones that last as long as the habit needs.
How much do I need to stake?
The minimum stake is $5. Each missed dot adds at least $2 to your penalty, and you can set a bigger amount per default if you want more pressure.
What happens when I miss a check in?
Your penalty grows by your chosen amount each default. On the third default the total goes to Mr. Remindeeu, the counter resets to $0 and the cycle continues. You get a 12 hour grace period after each due time.
Is this like a betting app?
No. You are not betting against anyone or trying to win money. You choose a penalty for yourself in advance, and you avoid it entirely by doing what you promised.
Can I cheat by dotting without doing it?
Technically yes, which is why stakes work best for goals you truly want. Honest dotting is part of the commitment. If you want outside confirmation, add an accountability partner whose calls are dotted by both of you.
What goals work best with stakes?
Goals with clear, checkable milestones: reading plans, workout days, savings deposits, study sessions, quitting a habit and writing targets. Vague goals such as being happier are hard to dot honestly.
What is the future self message?
When you create a stake goal you write a message to your future self. Remindeeu emails it to you on your deadline, as a reminder of why you started.
Can I pause a stake goal?
Yes, for 1 to 7 days. Your upcoming dots move forward by the same number of days, so pausing never creates defaults.
Do you accept cards from my country?
Yes. Payments are processed by Bachs, which accepts cards issued in every country, including the US, Canada, the UK and all of Europe. Prices are shown in US dollars and your bank converts the amount if your card uses another currency.
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