How To Time Limit on iPhone
Learn how to set time limits on apps: a step-by-step guide using Apple Screen Time and Refocus.
There are two options to set time limits on iPhone:
Option 1: Use the built-in Apple Screen Time feature
Option 2: Install an app designed to set time limits (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 set time limits on iPhone using Apple Screen Time:
Open Apple "Settings" app
Select "Screen Time"
Select "App Limits"
Select "Add Limit"
Select the app(s) to time limit
Select "Next," set the time limit, and select "Add"
Open Apple "Settings" App
Select "Screen Time"
Select "App Limits"
Select "Add Limit"
Select The App To Limit
Select "Next," Set Time Limit, And Select "Add"
The App Will Now Be Blocked After The Time Limit Is Reached
Option 2: Refocus
The best option to block websites if you are willing to install another application.
Steps to block apps on iPhone using Refocus:
Open "Refocus" app
Complete the onboarding steps. The onboarding will show you how to block apps!
Select "Start" at the bottom
Select "Set Time Limits"
Press "Select Apps & Websites To Time Limit"
Choose the apps to time limit
Select the time limit duration (ex. 5 minutes)
Press "Set Time Limit"