The story behind Marvin
Built by a procrastinator, for procrastinators.
Hi, I'm Christina
I'm a master procrastinator. In 2014, I started a business and quickly became overwhelmed by the mountain of tasks that needed to get done. I tried every to-do app I could find, but none of them felt right. So I decided to build my own.
But even with a better tool, I still procrastinated. So I did what I always do when I have a problem: I researched it obsessively. I read everything I could find on procrastination and talked to hundreds of other procrastinators.
What I discovered broke my heart. Procrastination leaves a trail of misery: lost dreams, unachieved goals, anxiety, self-hatred, and depression. Something needed to be done.
That's when the vision for Marvin was born: a tool that doesn't just store your tasks, but actually helps you get them done. Using behavioral psychology and years of research, Marvin adapts to how your brain works.
Marvin launched in 2017, and every day since, I've been working to make him better. This isn't just a product to me. It's a mission to help people close the gap between who they are and who they want to be.
Our philosophy
Different things work for different people
What works for one person might not work for another. Your needs change over time too. That's why Marvin adapts to you instead of forcing you into one system.
No one gets left behind
Money should never stop someone from being productive. That's why we offer student discounts and pay-what-you-can pricing. If our standard pricing doesn't work for you, just reach out.
Bring a little joy
Life is serious enough. We believe your productivity tool should feel warm, friendly, and even playful. Cute faces, cheerful colors, and little moments of delight to brighten your day.
The team
Marvin is built by a small, dedicated team. We personally read every piece of feedback and care deeply about the people who use what we make.
Christina
Founder & Everything
Branko
Customer Success
Zack
Marketing
Marvin
Chief Happiness Officer