# Delay: Study before you scroll — Focus, App Blocker, Time Limit

> App to break phone addiction via challenges and dopamine delay. (iPhone/iPad app by Yaseen Halabi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delay-study-before-you-scroll/id6749641307 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yaseen Halabi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764769055)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 96 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delay-study-before-you-scroll/id6749641307/reviews.md

## What is Delay?

Turn your screen time into study time. Delay makes you answer practice questions on topics you want to learn before you can open distracting apps like Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube. Instead of setting aside more time to study, learning becomes a transparent layer integrated into something you already do every day.

EARN YOUR SCREEN TIME

Before opening a blocked app, Delay gives you a few quick practice questions. Answer them correctly to earn access. Every time you reach for a distracting app, you get another small repetition of something you actually want to learn.

LEARN WHAT YOU WANT

Choose exactly what you want to study. Whether you're learning a language, preparing for an exam, memorizing important concepts, or building knowledge in a new subject, Delay turns your material into questions you can practice throughout the day.

LEARN THROUGH REPETITION

Delay integrates learning into moments that would otherwise be spent scrolling. Instead of relying on long study sessions, you repeatedly encounter your material throughout the day. Over time, those small repetitions add up.

END THE DOOMSCROLL

Your apps automatically lock again after your earned screen time expires. If you want to keep scrolling, you study again. This creates a simple cycle: learn, unlock, scroll, repeat.

IMPORT YOUR STUDY MATERIAL

Bring the material you already want to learn into Delay and turn it into practice questions. Keep different subjects organized and choose what you want to practice when unlocking your apps.

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

See how much you've practiced, how consistently you're answering questions, and how your knowledge improves over time. The screen time you would have spent scrolling becomes measurable learning progress.

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

Delay works directly with your apps so studying becomes part of your normal routine. Once it's set up, simply use your phone as usual. When you try to open a blocked app, Delay gives you your questions, you answer them, and you're right back in.

MAKE SCREEN TIME USEFUL

You’re already going to open your favorite apps throughout the day. Delay simply puts learning in between. Instead of finding more time to study, use the time and habits you already have.

DOWNLOAD DELAY

Delay requires a subscription to access certain features. Download Delay and start turning everyday screen time into learning time.

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

## Key features

- Challenge-based interventions
- Dopamine delay
- Stops mindless app opening
- Breaks scrolling cycle
- Fun and engaging

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Second Thought Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Second Thought | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Second Thought Pro | $34.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 42)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delay-study-before-you-scroll/id6749641307/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best screen time app

*2026-09-03*

This app is a 10/10 in every way but I also expect improvements because I pay for this instead of a free app but if you add a to do list with the screen time that would be amazing also it would be nice to add your actual screen time into the app and the time saved goes from all time to daily and weekly also a normal schedule could be good thanks

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-09-02*

Honestly, well executed. Just used the learn Arabic feature, and considering that’s something I do in my personal time, I don’t even have the urge to reopen the apps that distract me.

### 5/5 — So convenient!

*2026-08-16*

It’s so easy to navigate the app and I’ve never found a better way to fix my screen time addiction.

### 5/5 — Amazing app

*2026-08-16*

A great app that has definitely helped me lower my screen time. It isnt just like the other blocking apps ive tried and does a great job at tailoring your preferences into ways to control your screen time. Has great app design and runs smoothly.

### 5/5 — God

*2026-08-16*

Amazing

### 5/5 — Useful!

*2026-08-05*

Been using Second Thought for a few weeks and it actually works. Instead of a normal time limit, it makes you solve a quick challenge (I usually get math or Plinko) before an app opens, and that few seconds is enough to make me close the app instead. The block groups are handy too, I’ve got social media and games split up so I can loosen one without touching the other. My screen time is down noticeably since I started.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words and the review! If you ever have any questions or feedback, you can always reach us by emailing team@trydelay.app :)

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2026-08-02*

I used to be at 12 hours of screen time a day. This app changed me to 1 hour a day! I can finally focus. :)

**Developer response:** Love to see it! Keep it up! If you ever have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach us at team@trydelay.app :)

### 5/5 — Second thought

*2026-08-02*

This app is hands-down the most effective screen time tool I have ever used. Standard app blockers don't work for me because I always find myself mindlessly clicking "ignore limit" or putting in a passcode without thinking. This app completely solves that fatal flaw. If your short attention span is getting the best of you and you want to genuinely build better focus, download this app immediately. Huge shoutout to the developers for constantly keeping it updated and effective!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words! We're constantly looking to make improvements, so if you ever have any feedback or features you'd like to see, feel free to email us at team@trydelay.app :)

### 5/5 — Reclaiming my mind and soul

*2026-07-24*

Exactly what I was looking for to fill good things in my head and lessen brain drain and doom scrolling. This is truly a Godsend

**Developer response:** Love to hear it! If there's anything we can ever do to help out, please don't hesitate to contact us at team@trydelay.app :)

### 5/5 — The LeBron James of time blockers

*2026-07-19, version 3.0.2*

Ts is genuinely so tuff

## Frequently asked questions about Delay

### What does Second Thought do?

Second Thought is designed to help users break the cycle of addictive scrolling and phone usage. It employs challenge-based interventions to interrupt mindless app opening and delay dopamine hits associated with constant engagement.

### How does Second Thought help with phone addiction?

The app uses a challenge-based philosophy to actively stop mindless app-opening. By introducing delays and interventions, it aims to break the habit of addictive scrolling and reduce overall screen time.

### Is Second Thought free to use?

Yes, the app is free to start using. While the description mentions it's free to start, it also indicates in-app purchases are available, suggesting a freemium model.

### What kind of challenges does the app offer?

The description highlights a 'challenge-based philosophy' and 'constant intervention' to stop mindless app opening. Specific details on the types of challenges are not provided, but they are designed to be engaging and effective in breaking scrolling habits.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.1 — 2026-09-03

Bug fixes and UI improvements

### 4.0 — 2026-09-02

Announcing our rebrand to Delay in v4.0!
- Added AI-powered study sets with file attachments
- Added password protection for settings
- Improved blocking, notifications, and lockout enforcement
- Fixed bugs and improved reliability

### 3.0.2 — 2026-07-10

- Fixed laggy unlock bug
- UIUX improvements

### 3.0.1 — 2026-07-07

Bug fixes and UI improvements

### 3.0 — 2026-07-05

Second Thought v3.0 is finally here! 
- Introducing Loans: Borrow screen time when you most need it.
- Introducing Lockout Periods: Stops you from unlocking at certain times of the day.
- Live activities for tracking your unlock time
- Fixed issue where app is not re-blocked at the correct time.
- UIUX improvements and bug fixes.

Stay focused.

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## More apps by Yaseen Halabi

- [Halabi](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halabi/id6667094995)

All apps by Yaseen Halabi: https://appshunter.io/developer/1764769055

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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 2026-09-05.*