Gatekeeper
Gatekeeper is LearnKit’s stricter reminder mode.
It opens a due-review popup when you want study to interrupt normal work instead of just nudging you.
For lighter prompts, use Reminders.
When To Use Gatekeeper
Section titled “When To Use Gatekeeper”Use Gatekeeper when you want:
- a review round to appear on launch
- recurring due-review interruptions while you work
- stronger accountability than standard reminders
Main Controls
Section titled “Main Controls”| Setting | What it does |
|---|---|
| Enable gatekeeper popups | Turn recurring Gatekeeper rounds on or off |
| Enable gatekeeper on launch | Run one Gatekeeper round after Obsidian starts |
| Gatekeeper frequency | Set the time between recurring rounds |
| Number of due questions | Choose how many due flashcards each round shows |
| Gatekeeper scoping | Limit blocking to the current tab or the full workspace |
| Pause Gatekeeper while studying | Stop the countdown while you are already in LearnKit study views |
Bypass Options
Section titled “Bypass Options”| Setting | What it does |
|---|---|
| Enable gatekeeper bypass | Allow a round to be skipped or closed early |
| Enable bypass warning | Ask for confirmation before bypassing |
What Gatekeeper Actually Does
Section titled “What Gatekeeper Actually Does”- It pulls from your current due flashcards.
- If fewer due flashcards exist than requested, it shows what is available.
- If nothing is due, the round is skipped.
- Launch behavior happens when the app starts, not when you toggle the setting.
Good Rule Of Thumb
Section titled “Good Rule Of Thumb”- Use Reminders when you want a prompt.
- Use Gatekeeper when you want an interruption.
Related
Section titled “Related”Last modified: 30/03/2026