# Butsu- App Blocker — App Blocker

> App Blocker (iPhone/iPad app by Andrea Quan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butsu-app-blocker/id6780689094 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrea Quan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6780689096)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butsu-app-blocker/id6780689094/reviews.md

## What is Butsu?

Block apps automatically with location based blocking+strict screen time limits

Reclaim your focus, reduce your screen time, and take back control of your day with Butsu.

Whether you are studying for finals, trying to stay productive at work, or simply want to break your doom-scrolling habit, Butsu is the ultimate tool to block distractions before they happen.

Unlike basic screen time apps that just give you a warning, Butsu completely physically blocks you from opening distracting apps, ensuring you stay focused on what actually matters. With powerful scheduling and location-based rules, you can create the perfect environment for deep work.

Core Features:

Strict App Blocking Block your worst digital habits instantly. Create custom groups of distracting apps (like social media or games) and lock them down indefinitely, or set a temporary timer when you need to sit down and focus.

Location Geofencing Automatically block apps based on where you are! Set up a location boundary so your phone automatically locks down social media as soon as you arrive at the office, the library, or school.

Beautiful Statistics & Heatmaps Track your progress with gorgeous daily and weekly statistics. Use the daily heatmap to see exactly when your screen time spikes, and track your performance against your daily screen time goals.

100% Offline & Privacy First Your habits are your business. Butsu requires no account, no login, and works entirely offline. All of your app usage statistics, location boundaries, and blocking rules are stored securely in an encrypted database directly on your phone. We do not track you or sell your data.

Take the first step toward a healthier relationship with your phone. Download Butsu and start building better habits today!

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Butsu Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-08-12

Butsu v1.2.2 Patch Notes

iOS Fixes & Improvements:

Background Unblock Delay Fixed: Resolved an issue where apps would experience a noticeable delay in unblocking when the time limit or schedule expired while the Butsu app was in the background.
App Group Stability: Fixed a critical bug causing the app to crash when managing App Groups.

### 1.2 — 2026-07-22

• Fixed background stability and session tracking in app monitoring services
• Enhanced location-based focus rules to automatically turn app blocks on or off when you enter or leave specific areas (like Work or Home)
• Improved real-time application usage statistics and responsiveness
• Added a new interactive onboarding tutorial to help configure focus rules and strictness levels easily
• General performance optimizations and bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2026-07-06

What’s New in Version 1.1.0
Thank you for using Butsu! We are constantly working to improve your focus experience. Here is what's new and fixed in this update:

New & Improved • Interactive Guided Walkthrough: Redesigned the post-onboarding tutorial into a sleek, step-by-step interactive guide. Learn how to set up automatic recurring schedules, manage your Master Switch, and apply custom focus rules with ease. • Smart Onboarding Defaults: App groups created during onboarding now automatically apply our recommended 10-second wait timer protection to help you build better screen time habits right from the start. • Unnamed App Groups: You can now quickly save app groups without entering a title. We’ll automatically assign a clean default name for you (e.g., "App Group 1"). • Clean Icon Display on iOS: Updated app group cards to display a clean, unobstructed row of app icons without text getting cut off or truncated.

Bug Fixes & Performance Enhancements • Accurate Menu Touch Positioning: Fixed an issue where card action menus would open offset from where you tapped or get clipped by screen edges. Menus now open precisely under your finger with 100% touch accuracy. • Seamless App Picker: Resolved an issue that could cause the native Apple Screen Time app selector to become unresponsive when modifying blocking rules. • General Stability: Resolved visual overlay bugs and improved UI responsiveness across all screen sizes.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-29

No release notes.

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