# Free Time: App Blocker & Focus — Mindful Screen Time & Detox > App blocker and habit tracker for mindful screen time reduction. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicole Kelner.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/free-time-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747683001 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nicole Kelner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822339778) - Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 123 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2025-11-06 - Data updated: 2026-08-04 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/free-time-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747683001/reviews.md ## What is Free Time? You pick up your phone to check one thing and 40 minutes later you're still scrolling. Free Time adds a mindful pause before your most distracting apps, so you open Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube on purpose instead of on autopilot. No willpower required, no deleting your apps. HOW IT WORKS Choose the apps that steal your time. The next time you tap one, Free Time steps in with a short pause like a breathing exercise, a quick puzzle, or a gratitude prompt. Most of the time, that pause is all it takes to put the phone back down. WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT • Mindful pauses — breathing, puzzles, and gratitude prompts interrupt the autopilot tap • Autolock — decide how long you get inside an app, and it locks itself when time's up. The easiest way to stop doomscrolling. • Block up to 50 apps and websites — social media, news, games, anything • Focus timer — 25-minute deep work sessions with your distractions locked away • Habit tracking — watch your screen time drop and your streaks grow BUILT FOR REAL LIFE Free Time isn't about punishing yourself or going cold turkey. It's a gentler kind of app blocker: enough friction to break the habit loop, flexible enough that you stay in control. Perfect if you've tried strict blockers before and ended up deleting them. Works with Apple's Screen Time technology. Your data stays on your device. Free Time is free to try. Unlimited blocking and all pause styles are included with Free Time Pro (monthly or annual subscription, cancel anytime). Put your phone down. Pick your life up. Download Free Time today. LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://www.findfreetime.com/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.findfreetime.com/terms.html ## Key features - Mindful pause before app opens - App and website blocking - Daily habit tracking - Focus timer - Dumb Phone Mode - Customizable block screens ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Unlimited Access | $49.99 | per year | | Unlimited Access | $5.99 | per month | | Unlimited Access | $39.99 | per year | | Unlimited Access | $4.99 | per month | | Unlimited Access | $7.99 | per month | | Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per month | | Unlimited Access | $59.99 | per year | | Unlimited access | $8.99 | per month | | Unlimited access | $8.99 | per month | | Unlimited Access | $59.99 | per year | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Emergency Unlock | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/free-time-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747683001/reviews.md ### 5/5 — The features I’ve wanted! *2026-02-24* This app actually addresses what I need from a screen time app. Promotes mindfulness - lets me be responsible for my usage, and has time based constraints that aren’t easy to get around ### 1/5 — Sucks *2025-12-05* Trash **Developer response:** I'm sorry to hear you didn't enjoy using Free Time! Please email me at support@findfreetime.com, and I'd love the chance to hear what feedback you have. As an indie developer, I'm always trying to improve the app to help people use their phone mindfully. -Nicole ### 5/5 — Adding ideal intention to my day *2025-11-25* FreeTime adds a gentle layer of mindful attention to parts of my day that used to slip into distraction. Helps me stay present with self and with the passions. I find the design to be super grounding and the experience feels purposeful in a way that supports real presence. It has quickly become something I find myself being grateful for on the regular. It is genuinely life improving app. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this review, it makes me so happy to hear you are enjoying using Free Time! So glad to hear it's helpful you feel more present in your daily life! -Nicole ### 5/5 — Love using the app *2025-11-20* Thanks for building this! It really helps put me in the right mindspace when using my phone. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this review! So happy to hear you are enjoying using Free Time! -Nicole ### 5/5 — Intentional app usage works *2025-11-17* I love the way that Free Time prompts you to do something before unlocking an app you have blocked. my scrolling on instagram went way down immediately after downloading it. the only improvement i would suggest is that sometimes the blocked app doesn’t get locked the first time you switch back to Free Time using the notification, and you have to re-open or go back to Free Time for it to lock the app, but not a huge deal. **Developer response:** Hi! I'm so happy to hear that you're loving Free time. Thank you for catching this bug! I'm working on solving it right now and will have it fixed for the next build :) -Nicole ### 5/5 — Life changing *2025-11-14* I cannot believe how quickly this app changed my social media habits and I’m so much calmer and more focused as a result. I used to struggle with checking my apps way too much, but now I’ve cut way back and am using them so much more intentionally. I appreciate the simple design, the gentle reminders, and how it doesn’t shame me for needing to check apps—which I need to do for my work. I’m recommending to so many friends! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this review! I'm so happy to hear Free Time is helping you feel calmer and more focused. Love that you are able to use your phone more intentionally! -Nicole ### 5/5 — Amazing app!!! *2025-11-13* I LOVE Free time. Since starting to use it, it’s got me using my phone so much more thoughtfully. And the problems are all just the right difficulty - hard enough to be annoying, easy enough to do. In just 3 weeks, I’ve become so much more regulated with my Instagram use, that I’ve added locks to all of my other troublesome apps. Thank you Free time for giving me more Free Time!! **Developer response:** Thank you so much!! I'm so happy to hear you are feeling more regulated with your Instagram and that Free Time is helping you have more free time :) -Nicole ### 5/5 — Less Facebook more Music *2025-11-12* Thank you for this amazing app. Instead of scrolling endlessly on my phone, I now rediscovered my love for playing the piano. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this review! So happy to hear you are able to spend more time playing piano and less time scrolling! -Nicole ### 5/5 — Extremely helpful! Makes screen-time more intentional! *2025-11-08* I’ve used a LOT of different screen time related apps and what I love about this one is that it doesn’t totally block things—in the sense that I can solve my word puzzle and access it, but instead makes the time I spend on social media more intentional. It also works great for browser viewing. I don’t have Instagram on my phone, but it still locks instagram.com. So, that’s awesome. Really simple to use. Highly recommend!! ### 5/5 — Simple and easy *2025-11-07* Thanks for getting me off my phone!! ## Frequently asked questions about Free Time ### How does Free Time help reduce screen time? Free Time introduces a mindful pause before you open distracting apps like social media. This brief moment of reflection or a quick puzzle helps break the habit loop, leading users to cut down their screen time significantly, with some reporting reductions of up to 6.5 hours daily. ### What are the 'mindful moments' in Free Time? Mindful moments are customizable prompts that appear before you can access blocked apps. Options include mental challenges like word scrambles, sensory awareness exercises like deep breathing, and emotional check-ins such as gratitude reflection, all designed to encourage conscious choices about app usage. ### Can Free Time block websites as well as apps? Yes, Free Time can block internet distractions across both apps and websites, including Safari. It allows you to block up to 50 apps and websites, providing comprehensive control over your digital environment. ### What is 'Dumb Phone Mode' in Free Time? Dumb Phone Mode transforms your app launcher into a clean, minimalist, and distraction-free space. This feature helps users experience the simplicity of a dumb phone without needing to purchase a new device, promoting focused usage. ### Does Free Time offer a free trial for its premium features? Yes, Free Time offers a 7-day free trial for its unlimited access subscription plans. This allows users to explore all premium features before committing to a paid subscription. ### What are the subscription options for Free Time? Free Time offers two subscription tiers for unlimited access: a monthly plan at $8.99 with a 7-day free trial, and an annual plan at $59.99, also with a 7-day free trial. ### How often is Free Time updated? The latest version of Free Time was last updated on March 31, 2026. The app is generally updated regularly to introduce new features and improve performance. ### Is Free Time suitable for users with ADHD? Free Time is specifically built for adults and students with ADHD who need external structure to stay on track. Its gentle friction approach and habit-building tools are designed to provide support without punishment. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.018 — 2026-07-31 A new look with updated designs! Free Time is the easiest way to reduce your screen time. ### 1.0.17 — 2026-07-14 Small improvements and polishing app design. New to Free Time? Autolock is the easiest way to stop doomscrolling: set how long you get inside an app, and it locks itself when time's up. Pair it with a schedule so your mornings and evenings stay yours. ### 1.0.16 — 2026-07-02 New feature: autolock. Set a specific time for how long you want to open your apps and it will auto-lock after completion. The easiest way to stop doomscrolling. Updated onboarding flow for new users. ### 1.0.15 — 2026-06-26 New feature: autolock. Set a specific time for how long you want to open your apps and it will auto-lock after completion. The easiest way to stop doomscrolling. Updated onboarding flow for new users. ### 1.0.14 — 2026-06-16 New feature: auto-lock. Set a specific time for how long you want to open your apps and it will auto-lock after completion. 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