# Blank Black Screen — Lock screen for free Youtube

> Minimalist video player with screen lock for distraction-free, power-saving viewing. (iPhone/iPad app by Morten Punnerud.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-black-screen/id6736843475 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Morten Punnerud](https://appshunter.io/developer/969844397)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $3.99)
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-10-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-black-screen/id6736843475/reviews.md

## What is Blank Black Screen?

Enjoy your videos in a distraction-free environment with BlankScreen, and it gives you up to 2x watching time by reducing energy consumed by the screen.
Lock the screen to enable playing video and music with the screen active in your pocket.

Picture-in-picture on Youtube some times have to be enabled under settings in Youtube app, then Playback and toggle on "Picture-in-picture".

Key Features:
• Distraction-Free Viewing: Enter full-screen vertical mode for videos, free from pop-ups, notifications, or on-screen clutter.
• Power-Saving Design: BlankScreen minimizes power consumption by dimming non-essential elements, perfect for long viewing sessions.
• Customizable Clock: If you want to keep track of time, adjust the clock’s size, brightness, and position, or hide it completely.
• Quick & Easy Access: Tap "Start Blank" to instantly switch to the blank screen mode for video viewing. Swipe down to exit when you're done.
• Automatic Settings Memory: The app remembers your last settings and state, so you can jump straight into distraction-free viewing the next time you open it.
BlankScreen is the perfect companion for watching videos without distractions and conserving battery power. Transform your device into the ultimate minimalist viewing experience!



You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase.
• Auto-renewable subscription
• 1 year ($4.99)

• Your subscription will be charged to your account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected).

• Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Account Settings after purchase

Privacy policy:
https://punnerud.github.io/info_blankscreen/privacy-policy

and Apple Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Distraction-free full-screen viewing
- Power-saving screen dimming
- Customizable clock display
- Quick start and exit
- Automatic settings memory
- Picture-in-picture support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced features yearly | $2.99 | per year |
| Advanced features monthly | $0.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One-time all advanced features | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-black-screen/id6736843475/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Empty

*2024-12-06*

I just don’t get it. I found a video about this but I forgot it was on android. I searched and this was all that came up. I was so confused so I tapped the button and it told me to pay!

**Developer response:** It’s a free 7 day trial and you are able to test and use the basic functionality without paying anything.

If you think of the black screen app on Android, this can do the same so you can play YouTube for free. Just have to enable PiP in YouTube: Image of you, settings gear, playback and “Picture-In-Picture”.
(The other app also cost money)

The app don’t lock all the controls down, but the swipe back to settings make it safe enough for playing in the pocket for most users.

Hope this helps? If there is any features you are missing, let me know and I will try to add them, as long as it don’t clutter the app for other users.

## Frequently asked questions about Blank Black Screen

### Does Blank Black Screen have ads?

No, Blank Black Screen does not contain advertisements. It offers a completely ad-free experience for uninterrupted viewing.

### What is the subscription cost for Blank Black Screen?

Blank Black Screen offers a yearly subscription for $4.99. This subscription provides access to advanced features and is auto-renewable.

### How do I cancel my Blank Black Screen subscription?

You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Account Settings after purchase. Cancellations cannot be made during the active subscription period.

### What devices does Blank Black Screen support?

Blank Black Screen is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for mobile use on these platforms.

### How often is Blank Black Screen updated?

The latest version of Blank Black Screen is 2.5, and it was last updated on August 25, 2025. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and add features.

### What is the age rating for Blank Black Screen?

Blank Black Screen has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.

### Can I use Blank Black Screen to play music with the screen locked?

Yes, Blank Black Screen allows you to play music with the screen locked. This feature is ideal for listening to audio content without the screen being active.

### How does Blank Black Screen save power?

Blank Black Screen conserves battery by dimming non-essential screen elements while playing videos. This power-saving design is beneficial for extended viewing sessions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2025-08-25

- Screen lock
- YouTube Search
- iPad support

### 2.4 — 2025-08-24

- Screen lock
- Move clock
- Advanced settings

### 2.3 — 2025-08-08

- Screen lock
- Move clock
- Advanced settings

### 2.2 — 2025-08-07

- Screen lock
- Move clock
- Advanced settings

### 2.1 — 2025-01-15

- Screen lock
- Move clock
- Advanced settings

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