How To Block Messenger on iPhone

There are two options to block Messenger on iPhone:

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

• Option 2: Install an app designed to block apps like Messenger (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 Messenger on iPhone using Apple Screen Time:

1. Open Apple "Settings" app

2. Select "Screen Time"

3. Select "App Limits"

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

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

Messenger Will Now Be Blocked After 5 Minutes Of Use

Option 2: Refocus

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

Steps to block Messenger 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 like Messenger!

Install Refocus

Open Refocus, And Select "Start" At The Bottom Of The Screen

Select "Schedule Blocking"

Schedule To Block Messenger

View The Blocked Messenger