# Halo - Social Media Control — Block Reels, Shorts & More

> Parental control app to customize social media features for children. (iPhone/iPad app by Hudson Ferreira.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halo-social-media-control/id6803593322 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hudson Ferreira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804949331)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-17
- Data updated: 2026-10-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halo-social-media-control/id6803593322/reviews.md

## What is Halo?

Social media does not have to be all or nothing.

Halo gives parents a better way to manage how their children use social media. Instead of only blocking an entire app or limiting screen time, Halo lets parents choose which parts of the experience remain available.

HOW HALO WORKS

Children access supported social platforms through Halo’s controlled experience. Parents decide which features are available, and Halo can restrict access to the regular app so those choices cannot be easily bypassed.

CHOOSE WHAT STAYS

Depending on the supported platform, parents can remove features such as:

• Short video feeds
• Explore and discovery pages
• Suggested content
• Autoplay
• Comments
• Messaging
• Other distracting or unwanted features

A MIDDLE GROUND FOR FAMILIES

Halo allows children to stay connected without giving algorithms unrestricted control over what they see. Parents can create an experience that fits their child, their household, and their comfort level.

MORE THAN AN APP BLOCKER

Traditional parental controls usually block an entire app or limit how long it can be used. Halo provides more precise control by letting parents manage individual features inside supported social platforms.

BUILT WITH PRIVACY IN MIND

Halo does not ask for or store your child’s social media password. Sign in happens directly through the supported platform’s experience.

Halo cannot eliminate every online risk and is not a replacement for active parenting. It gives families additional tools and more control over the social media experience.

Halo is an independent parental control application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the social platforms it supports.


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## Key features

- Selective feature control within social apps
- Block short video feeds
- Disable explore and discovery pages
- Restrict messaging
- Prevent autoplay
- Bypass regular app access
- Privacy-focused sign-in

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halo Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Halo Pro Yearly | $54.99 | per year |


## Is Halo safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Halo.

## Is Halo legit?

Halo - Social Media Control appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Halo is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halo-social-media-control/id6803593322/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing all that actually helps

*2026-09-26*

I'm really happy with Halo! Blocking Reels has made it much easier to limit and avoid endless scrolling, and I love that it gives parents a practical way to manage social media for their kids. It's simple to use and makes setting healthier boundaries teel doable. Highly recommend!

### 5/5 — Easy to navigate!

*2026-09-22*

I appreciate having Halo, which allows me to stay aware of what my child is doing online without feeling like I’m constantly hovering. It’s easy to navigate, intuitive, and has been a really helpful tool for our family. Highly recommend!

### 5/5 — Worth the read

*2026-09-18*

This app has given me a lot more confidence and peace of mind about what my children are being exposed to online. Reels can be unpredictable, and having more control over the content they see makes me feel like I can give them a safer, healthier digital environment without constantly monitoring them.

I also love the potential this has beyond simply filtering inappropriate content. Being able to encourage educational, creative, athletic, and positive content could help shape their interests and develop healthier social media habits from a young age. Over time, I hope it helps them learn to recognize good and bad content for themselves and become more responsible with social media as they get older.

I’m excited to see how the app continues to develop. It gives parents more control today while potentially helping children build the judgment and independence they’ll need online in the future.

### 5/5 — Love it!!!!

*2026-09-17*

This app is great for families. Me and my family started using it and it has so many benefits to a growing family.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-09-17*

My kid is no longer scrolling for hours at a time. Thank you Halo!

### 5/5 — Halo

*2026-09-17*

I used to be scared to allow my kids internet access, but not anymore. This app changed parenting for me. Truly a blessing.

### 5/5 — Best App Ever

*2026-09-17*

This app has seriously changed the game. I now have complete control over the content my child sees, and his behavior is already changing for the better. Before downloading Halo, my child was unintentionally seeing adult-level content, causing him to use foul language and know things a child shouldn’t. Now, with the halo app, his screen time is limited to what a child is supposed to be consuming. Thank you Hudson for such an incredible app and the help you are giving through your service!!

### 5/5 — A Great Tool for Parents!

*2026-09-17*

I love how thoughtfully designed this app is! It makes managing social media and screen time so much easier without completely taking away access to the apps kids enjoy. I especially love the ability to customize what features are allowed instead of just blocking everything. The app is easy to navigate, has a clean design, and is a really useful tool for parents. Definitely recommend giving Halo a try!”

### 5/5 — Great idea

*2026-09-17*

This app idea is amazing. I felt bad taking social media away from my kids. Now I can control how they use it. I recommend this app to everyone

## Frequently asked questions about Halo

### Does Halo have ads?

Halo is free to download and use and does not contain advertisements.

### What devices does Halo support?

Halo is currently available for iPhone devices.

### How does Halo handle child social media passwords?

Halo is built with privacy in mind and does not ask for or store your child’s social media password. Sign-in occurs directly through the supported platform's experience.

### What is the age rating for Halo?

Halo has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it is intended for use by parents or guardians managing older children's online activities.

### How often is Halo updated?

Halo was last updated on September 17, 2026, with version 1.0. Further update frequency is not specified but indicates recent development.

### What makes Halo different from other parental control apps?

Unlike traditional apps that block entire platforms or limit screen time, Halo offers granular control by letting parents manage individual features within supported social media applications.

### Can Halo completely eliminate online risks for children?

Halo cannot eliminate every online risk and is not a replacement for active parenting. It provides families with additional tools and more control over the social media experience.

### What is the user rating for Halo?

Halo has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars based on 8 user ratings, indicating high user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.4 — 2026-10-24

Added StartTrial event for Meta ads measurement when a Halo Pro free trial begins.

### 1.3.3 — 2026-10-23

Whats NEW!

- fixed some minor bugs
- ui enhancements
- placed 'hal' our mascot in more places!
- Added a report a bug button in settings.

### 1.3.2 — 2026-10-13

What’s New in 1.3.2

Meet Hal across Halo — clearer, friendlier screens from first open to Pro.

• Fresh Hal artwork in onboarding, so the story of Halo feels clearer from the start
• Updated Parent / Child and Start family / Join family visuals
• Flexing Hal on the Halo Pro paywall next to the PRO badge
• Hal on the Analytics and Schedule unlock screens when Pro is needed
• Reddit “Hide NSFW” is now included with Halo Pro

### 1.3.1 — 2026-09-30

Reels limits are here.

You can now choose when Instagram Reels is allowed, how long it can be used each day, or both. Outside those hours, or once the daily time is used up, Reels stays blocked until the next window or the next morning.

On your child’s phone, the shield menu shows how much Reels time is left. The timer runs while they’re in Reels and stays paused on other Instagram pages.

Analytics now includes an Instagram Reels card, so you can see today’s time next to the limit you set.

Changing a Parent PIN asks for the current PIN first. From Blocking, you can also add a child and create a Parent PIN when you don’t have one yet.

Remove Reels is still there if you want Reels hidden completely.

### 1.3 — 2026-09-22

What’s New

* Updated the app icon with a refreshed color
* Added a “Rate Us” button to the Family tab

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