How To Block Snapchat on iPhone

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

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Block Snapchat

There are two options to block Snapchat on iPhone:

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

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

  1. Open Apple "Settings" app

  2. Select "Screen Time"

  3. Select "App Limits"

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

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

Snapchat Will Now Be Blocked After 5 Minutes Of Use

Option 2: Refocus

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

Steps to block Snapchat 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 Snapchat!

  4. Select "Start" at the bottom

  5. Select "Schedule Blocking"

  6. Setup the blocking session with "Snapchat" and the right schedule

  7. Press "Schedule Blocking"

Install & Open Refocus

Select "Start" At The Bottom Of The Refocus Screen

Select "Schedule Blocking"

Schedule To Block Snapchat

View The Blocked Snapchat