# FocusFence — A novel Focus control layer

> A novel Focus control layer (iPhone/iPad app by Georgios Stavropoulos.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusfence/id6762261090 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Georgios Stavropoulos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792154671)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Greek, Italian
- Released: 2026-05-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusfence/id6762261090/reviews.md

## What is FocusFence?

FocusFence is the missing control layer for Apple Focus modes. Create custom rule sets that automatically block distracting apps and enforce screen time limits whenever a Focus activates.

How it works:
   1. Create a rule set and pick which apps to block
   2. Link it to any Focus mode (Work, Sleep, Do Not Disturb, etc.)
   3. When the Focus turns on, your rules activate automatically

Key Features:

   • Automatic Focus Integration — Rules activate and deactivate with your Focus modes, no manual effort required
   • App & Category Blocking — Block specific apps or entire categories instantly
   • Screen Time Limits — Set daily time limits per category that only apply during active sessions
   • Commitment Lock — Lock yourself in so you can't disable rules for a set period
   • Scheduled Activation — Activate rules on a time-based schedule, independent of Focus modes
   • Shortcuts & Siri — Automate rule activation, pausing, and switching with Apple Shortcuts
   • Control Center Widget — Toggle your rules on or off from Control Center
   • Home & Lock Screen Widgets — See your active rule set and session stats at a glance
   • Analytics — Track focus time, block attempts, session history, and streaks

All data stays on your device. No accounts, no cloud, no tracking.

FocusFence Pro unlocks unlimited rule sets, unlimited app blocking, scheduled activation, commitment lock, 30-day analytics, and full Shortcuts support.

Subscription options:
   • Monthly: $2.99/month
   • Annual: $29.99/year
   • Lifetime: $59.99 (one-time purchase)

Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

Privacy Policy: https://stavrop.github.io/focusfence/privacy
Support: https://github.com/stavrop/focusfence/issues

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FocusFence Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| FocusFence Pro | $24.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FocusFence Pro | $49.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2026-08-01

Fixes
- Fixed rules with no schedule incorrectly showing a "Scheduled" tag. (Existing rules correct themselves after updating.)
- Fixed a Focus-linked rule sometimes activating on its own when a different Focus turned on, without its linked Focus being active.

Improvements
- The Home screen now shows only your active rules, so it reflects what's running right now instead of listing everything.
- Report a Bug / Request a Feature now happens right inside the app — fill in the form and it's submitted directly, no email needed.
- Redesigned the About screen with app info, developer details, and a contact address.
- Added a tip in the rule editor: pair FocusFence with Apple's Calendar and Mail filters on the same Focus to also narrow which calendars and mailboxes appear.
- Updated translations across German, Greek, French, and Italian.

### 1.6 — 2026-06-17

Fixed some bugs, added logging and bug reporting/feature request form.

### 1.5 — 2026-06-09

Various fixes and improvements

### 1.4 — 2026-05-28

Fixed a bug that prevented the app to show up as filter in focus filters.

### 1.3 — 2026-05-27

Fixed a bug that prevented the app to show up as filter in focus filters.

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