How To Block TikTok on iPhone

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

Block TikTok
Block TikTok

There are two options to block TikTok 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 TikTok on iPhone using Apple Screen Time:

  1. Open Apple "Settings" app

  2. Select "Screen Time"

  3. Select "App Limits"

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

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

Open Apple "Settings" App

Select "Screen Time"

Select "App Limits"

Select "Add Limit"

Select "TikTok" Under The "Entertainment" Category (or search "TikTok" in the search bar by scrolling down)

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

TikTok Will Now Be Blocked After 5 Minutes Of Use

Option 2: Refocus

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

Steps to block TikTok 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 TikTok

View The Blocked TikTok