# Haven: Screen Time Control — Stretch and reclaim your life

> Screen time blocker that uses physical stretches to help users reduce phone usage. (iPhone/iPad app by Zachary Highley-Gergel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haven-screen-time-control/id6759458256 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zachary Highley-Gergel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1869789589)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-08
- Data updated: 2026-07-20
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haven-screen-time-control/id6759458256/reviews.md

## What is Haven?

Haven is a screen time blocker built around one physical pause: stretch to unlock your phone.

Choose the apps that pull you in. Haven uses Apple Screen Time to shield them. When you reach to unlock, Haven asks you to stretch first — a short breath-and-body reset, long enough to break the reflex. Most of the time you'll realize you didn't need the phone. When you do, it's still there.

Why Haven feels different:

Real blocking with Apple Screen Time. Apps, categories, and websites are fully shielded.
A body-first pause. Stretch and breath sequences interrupt the loop before every guided unblock, so the pause isn't just a button.
Honest rules. Daily unblock caps, emergency unlocks, schedules, and allowed windows — set them once and let Haven enforce them.
Rooted weekly history. A calm reflection of your phone rhythm. No streaks, no shame.
No account. No email. No sign-in. Your blocking setup stays on-device.
Extreme Mode for when you mean it — cold-turkey blocking that even the shield can't override.
Seven-day trial and Premium include:

More blockers and more control
Schedules and allowed windows
Custom, zero, or unlimited guided-unblock caps
Custom break lengths
A richer library of stretch sequences
Rooted reports and premium history views
Premium app icon and widget extras
Extreme Mode for cold-turkey blocking
Haven is built for people who want firmer limits without streak pressure, guilt, or a maze of settings. Block first. Stretch. Breathe. Usually you'll realize you didn't need the phone, and when you do, it's there.

SUBSCRIPTION NOTICE

• Haven offers auto-renewing subscriptions and a one-time lifetime purchase for Premium access
• Eligible new subscribers get a 7-day free trial on Annual Premium
• Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase
• Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial or current period
• You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings
• Privacy Policy: https://havenlimit.app/privacy
• Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
• Public service terms: https://havenlimit.app/terms

## Key features

- Physical stretch to unlock
- Block apps, categories, and websites
- Customizable daily unblock caps
- Scheduled access windows
- Weekly usage reports
- Extreme Mode for cold-turkey blocking
- No account required

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Haven Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Haven Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Haven Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Haven

### What is Haven's core feature for reducing screen time?

Haven's core feature is its unique 'stretch to unlock' mechanism. Before you can access your phone, you are prompted to perform a short stretch and breathing exercise, designed to interrupt the reflex of reaching for your device.

### How does Haven block apps and websites?

Haven leverages Apple Screen Time to provide robust blocking capabilities. This allows you to fully shield specific apps, entire categories of applications, and even websites from access.

### What are the subscription options for Haven?

Haven offers auto-renewing subscriptions, including 'Haven Monthly' at $6.99 and 'Haven Premium Annual' at $49.99. A one-time lifetime purchase option is also available for Premium access. New subscribers may be eligible for a 7-day free trial on the Annual Premium plan.

### Can I cancel my Haven subscription?

Yes, you can manage or cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period or free trial to avoid further charges. You can manage this through your App Store account settings.

### Does Haven require an account to use?

No, Haven does not require an account, email, or sign-in. Your blocking setup and preferences are stored locally on your device, ensuring privacy and simplicity.

### What is 'Extreme Mode' in Haven?

Extreme Mode is a feature for users who want the strictest blocking. It enforces cold-turkey blocking that even the primary shield cannot override, providing an intense level of control over phone usage.

### What kind of usage data does Haven provide?

Haven provides a 'Rooted weekly history' that offers a calm reflection of your phone usage patterns. It avoids gamified elements like streaks and shame, focusing on honest insights into your digital rhythm.

### What devices does Haven support?

Haven is currently supported on iPhones, as indicated by its platform compatibility.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.4 — 2026-07-20

Haven 1.4 — steadier, kinder, more honest.

• Breaks now relock exactly on time, even if Haven isn't running.
• The block screen tells the truth: daily limits say they reset at midnight
  (no more dead buttons), and it shows how many times you've already
  chosen to wait today.
• New: Resting mode. Life happens — tell Haven you're resting and it stops
  expecting movement while keeping your blocking exactly as you set it.
  Your next movement ends the rest automatically.
• Your home screen now shows the number that matters: how many times the
  pause turned you back this week.
• Coming back after a few quiet days greets you warmly — the cairn kept.
• Each new cairn stone now remembers the day you earned it.
• Many reliability fixes: faster and steadier startup for subscribers,
  settings that survive reinstalls, and honest rep counting.

No streaks. No shame. Just the pause.

### 1.3.4 — 2026-06-08

Move to open. Complete quick movement sets like squats, jumping jacks, marching, and wall sits to earn access. Haven counts your movement on device, with improved tracking speed and reliability.

Also includes faster startup, smoother visuals, and bug fixes.

### 1.2.14 — 2026-05-08

No release notes.

## More apps by Zachary Highley-Gergel

- [Enchiridion: MicroLearning App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enchiridion-microlearning-app/id6757939608)

All apps by Zachary Highley-Gergel: https://appshunter.io/developer/1869789589

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