# AppShield: App Blocker & Focus — Block Websites & Screen Time

> Simple app blocker for focus, balance, and better screen habits. (iPhone/iPad app by Thieu Nguyen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appshield-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747419309 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thieu Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1129993116)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 10 more
- Released: 2025-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-07-22
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appshield-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747419309/reviews.md

## What is AppShield?

AppShield blocks the apps and websites that steal your focus — so you can study, work, sleep, and live with less screen noise. Set it once and it's ready the moment you need it.

BLOCK APPS & WEBSITES YOUR WAY
• Pick specific apps to block
• Block whole categories — games, social media, entertainment
• Block distracting websites, not just apps

BLOCK APP DOWNLOADS (NEW)
• Stop new installs from the App Store
• Kill impulse downloads before they start
• Great for kids' devices and breaking the "just one more app" habit

FOCUS SESSIONS
• Start a timer (15–90 minutes or a custom length)
• Apps unblock automatically when the session ends
• Perfect for studying, working, or winding down

STRICT MODE
• Lock yourself into a session so you can't quit early
• Beat the urge to "just check one app"
• Real accountability when you need it most

SCHEDULED BLOCKING
• Set a daily start and end time — like 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM
• Overnight schedules work too: block through the night, unblock in the morning
• Perfect for bedtime, study time, or quiet hours

MAKE THE SHIELD YOURS
• Set your own title, subtitle, and icon
• Choose background and text colors
• Match the block screen to your style

PERFECT FOR
• Students who need fewer distractions
• Parents who want healthier screen time at home
• Anyone who wants to use their phone more mindfully

No confusing setup. No clutter. Just clear, simple blocking that works — now in 20+ languages.

AppShield is free to download with ads. An optional "Remove Ads" subscription (auto-renewing yearly) lets you remove them anytime — cancel whenever you like in Settings.

AppShield uses Apple's Screen Time (Family Controls) to block apps and websites on your device. Your data stays private.

Download AppShield and take back your time — one block at a time.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XqF7Zyg1SJwKVLXO7ve5T_gANEBTgIY5-MooILJ__Tc/preview

## Key features

- Block specific apps
- Block app categories
- Schedule app blocking
- Customize shield screen
- Simple setup
- Focus and balance

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appshield-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747419309/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Omg. love it!!

*2025-12-03*

pleese add the able to stop app download, sm😤

**Developer response:** Hi Dylan, thanks so much! Good news - you can now block app downloads in AppShield 2.0.1, just released. Update to the latest version and it's ready to use. If it helps, we'd really appreciate a 5-star rating.

## Frequently asked questions about AppShield

### Does AppShield have ads?

No, AppShield is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience focused on blocking distractions.

### What devices does AppShield support?

AppShield is available for iPhone and iPad, offering a consistent experience across Apple devices.

### How often is AppShield updated?

AppShield was last updated on September 30, 2025, indicating active development and potential for future improvements.

### What is the age rating for AppShield?

AppShield has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users including children and adults.

### Can I block specific apps with AppShield?

Yes, AppShield allows you to choose and block individual applications that you find distracting.

### Can I schedule blocking times with AppShield?

Yes, AppShield enables you to set specific times each day to start blocking apps, perfect for study or sleep periods.

### How can I customize the shield screen in AppShield?

You can personalize the shield screen by setting your own title, subtitle, icon, and choosing custom colors for the background and text.

### What makes AppShield simple to use?

AppShield is designed with no confusing setup or extra features, focusing on clear and straightforward app blocking functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.2 — 2026-07-07

What's new in 2.0.2:

• NEW: Scheduled blocking now has a start AND end time — block apps daily, even overnight (like 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM), and they unblock automatically
• Stability and performance improvements

Thanks for using AppShield! If it helps you stay focused, a quick rating means a lot.

### 2.0.1 — 2026-07-02

What's new in 2.0.1:

• NEW: Block App Downloads — stop new installs from the App Store and curb impulse downloads
• Stability and performance improvements

Thanks for using AppShield! If it helps you stay focused, a quick rating means a lot.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-06-25

AppShield 2.0.0 is a major update — more powerful and more beautiful:

• Brand-new design, fully refreshed
• Focus Sessions — set a timer (15–90 min or custom) that auto-unblocks when time's up
• Strict Mode — lock yourself in so you can't quit a session early
• Block websites too, not just apps
• Now in many languages, matching your device automatically
• New "Remove Ads" option
• Fresh new app icon

Set your shield and stay focused. If AppShield helps you, a rating would mean a lot!

### 1.0.1 — 2025-09-30

Simplified AppShield password protection with a single 4-digit input

### 1.0.0 — 2025-06-26

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-22.*