# DopaDogs: Screen Time Blocker — Protect Time. Live More.

> Protect Time. Live More. (iPhone/iPad app by Rintaro Sakino.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dopadogs-screen-time-blocker/id6776091181 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rintaro Sakino](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891049872)
- Category: Productivity, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-06-16
- Data updated: 2026-10-12
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dopadogs-screen-time-blocker/id6776091181/reviews.md

## What is DopaDogs?

"I just wanted to check one notification..." and suddenly, it is 2 AM, your time is gone, and your mind feels fried. Sound familiar?

Social media, short-form videos, and online entertainment are engineered to keep you hooked. They trigger dopamine loops, trapping you in brainrot and doomscrolling. Trying to beat smartphone addiction with sheer willpower is a losing battle.

DopaDogs (formerly BreakLoop) is a focus companion and app blocker that helps you start a digital dopamine detox, lock out time-wasting apps, and protect your attention.

Whether you are trying to overcome procrastination, survive exam cramming, or break free from late-night bad habits, DopaDogs creates a zero-distraction environment tailored to your goals.

[ Why Willpower Alone Fails: The Dopamine Loop ]

Every time you open an app or refresh a feed, your brain gets a dopamine hit. This cycle drains your mental energy and causes brain fog. DopaDogs acts as external self-control, intercepting the urge to scroll so your brain can reset and refocus.

[ Tailored For Those Ready for Real Change ]

1. The Lonely Solopreneur, Freelancer, & Side-Hustler
   When you are your own boss, no one is watching. That freedom is a blessing - and a curse.

* Stop pushing tasks to tomorrow. Break chronic procrastination and slacking.
* Block news, stocks, or social media during working hours.

2. The Stressed Student & Cramming for Exams
   Whether you are facing finals, the SAT, bar exams, or certifications, you need uninterrupted hours of focus.

* Erase the urge to check TikTok or Instagram "just for five minutes."
* Turn the anxiety of "failing because of my phone" into productive energy.

3. The Mindful Achiever Breaking Late-Night Bad Habits
   Late-night doomscrolling, short-video binging, and internet loops shatter your sleep and wreck your next day's focus.

* Use DopaDogs as a strict dopamine detox and quit habits that drain your energy.
* Enforce an automatic evening lockdown to eliminate late-night triggers.

[ Powerful Features Built to Enforce Focus ]

Hard App Blocker & Screen Time Limits
Customize your Blocklist or Whitelist. Once active, access to distracting apps is heavily restricted at the system level.

Flexible Scheduling & Advance Rules

* Time-Based Rules: Block social media during work hours or lock entertainment apps past 11:00 PM.
* Daily Limits: Set healthy boundaries without going cold turkey, such as "Max 45 minutes of streaming per day."

No Physical "Phone Jail" Required
No need to buy timed locker boxes or phone jails. DopaDogs gives you the same boundary right in your pocket, whenever you need it.

Mindful, Encouraging, Stress-Free UI
When an app is blocked, gentle reminders or stoic quotes guide you back to your goals without guilt.

[ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A) ]
Q: Can I bypass the lock if my willpower breaks?
A: DopaDogs adapts to your level of dependency. You can configure strict modes that make it very difficult to bypass during critical focus windows.

Q: Will my data or browsing history be collected?
A: Privacy is our core value. The apps and websites you block and your browsing history never leave your device. To improve the app, we send anonymous usage data, such as which screens you visit, without your name or email address.

Q: Does it drain my battery?
A: Not at all. Background monitoring is optimized and lightweight, so your battery life remains unaffected.

[ Stop Letting Your Phone Manage You ]
Time is your most valuable asset. Whether you are a business owner or a student, every hour spent doomscrolling is an hour stolen from your future.

DopaDogs does not judge your lack of self-control; it solves it with a bulletproof system.

Put down the phone. Pick up your life.
Download DopaDogs today and unlock true, uninterrupted focus.

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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Break Loop Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Break Loop Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2026-10-07

Minor improvements. Your rules and settings stay the same.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-10-02

BreakLoop is now DopaDogs, with a new icon. Your rules and settings stay the same.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-09-29

• We added one quick question to the initial setup: where you heard about the app. One tap is all it takes.
• Fixed an issue where tapping "Next" twice quickly during setup could skip a screen.
• Fixed the down arrow sometimes not appearing when more choices were hidden below.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-09-21

• The home screen now shows an inspiring quote. It changes each time you open the app, and you can tap it for another.
• Over 150 quotes now appear on the home and block screens.
• We now introduce Pro right after the initial setup, so you can start with a 7-day free trial.
Nothing changes for people who already use the app.

### 1.0.9 — 2026-09-07

Fixed a bug where some blocks did not start, showing "We couldn't apply your settings," when three or more time windows were set.
The days of the week you choose for each time window are now applied correctly.

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