How To Block Instagram on iPhone

Learn how to block Instagram on iPhone: a step-by-step guide using Apple Screen Time and Refocus.

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There are two options to block Instagram on iPhone:

  • Option 1: Use the built-in Apple Screen Time feature

  • Option 2: Install an app designed to block apps (Refocus)

Option 1: Apple Screen Time

Choose this option if you want to avoid installing another application. However, you lose powerful features and flexibility.

Steps to block Instagram on iPhone using Apple Screen Time:

  1. Open Apple "Settings" app

  2. Select "Screen Time"

  3. Select "App Limits"

  4. Select "Instagram" Under The "Social" Category (or search "Instagram" in the search bar by scrolling down)

  5. Select "Next" and a time of "1 min" and select "Add"

Open Apple "Settings" App

Select "Screen Time"

Select "App Limits"

Select "Add Limit"

Select "Instagram" Under The "Social" Category (or search "Instagram" in the search bar by scrolling down)

Select "Next," And a Time of "5 min," And Select "Add"

Instagram Will Now Be Blocked After 5 Minutes Of Use

Option 2: Refocus

The best option to block Instagram if you are willing to install another application.

Steps to block Instagram on iPhone using Refocus:

  1. Install "Refocus" from the Apple App Store

  2. Open "Refocus" app

  3. Complete the onboarding steps. The onboarding will show you how to block apps!

Install Refocus

Open Refocus

Schedule To Block Instagram

View The Blocked Instagram