# Limit Screen Time・Taskfulness — Social Media and App Blocking > App blocker for intentional screen time, reducing social media use and procrastination. (iPhone/iPad app by Codescale GmbH.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-timetaskfulness/id1507694725 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Codescale GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657846482) - Category: Productivity, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.40/5 from 81 App Store ratings · 77 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 127 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2020-04-18 - Data updated: 2026-07-05 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-timetaskfulness/id1507694725/reviews.md ## What is Limit Screen Time・Taskfulness? In 2024, Oxford made “brain rot” the word of the year. The term means long, mindless scrolling on social media. But are social media really that bad? They still help us work, connect, and study. We believe the key is balance. Taskfulness helps you keep valuable interactions while limiting the doomscrolling. The results: our members save 28-36% of their screen time daily, without missing out. Want intentional screen time? Try Taskfulness free for 7 days. Built on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy principles.


 HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick an app 
 Select the apps that steal most of your time. For example, Instagram, WhatsApp, Reddit, Gmail, etc. 2. Set intention 
 Each time you open a chosen app, Taskfulness will pop up and ask: “Why do you need it?” and “For how long?”. Once you enter the reason, the app opens. 3. Stay focused* 
 Use the app for the duration you set. Mid-session, you’ll get a quick reminder of your original intention. When time’s up, the app closes automatically. 
 *works only with Reminders on WHY TASKFULNESS
 - No deleting accounts: Use social media intentionally. - Saves time: Our users reclaim an average of 28-36% or 14 hours of screen time per week. - Strong against procrastination: Combats reactiveness, time blindness, and distractions. - Built with expertise: Created by founders with ADHD, based on CBT, and approved by psychologists for effectiveness and safety. Let’s make your screen time short and focused! Taskfulness team. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ## Key features - Intentional app opening prompts - Set app usage duration - Mid-session intention reminders - Automatic app closure - Combats procrastination - Based on CBT principles ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Taskfulness Monthly | $7.99 | per month | | Taskfulness Annual | $79.99 | per year | | Taskfulness Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days | | Taskfulness Annual | $79.99 | per year | | Taskfulness Monthly | $7.99 | per month | | Taskfulness Annual | $59.99 | per year | | Taskfulness Monthly | $19.99 | per month | | Taskfulness Monthly | $14.99 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 77) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-timetaskfulness/id1507694725/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Hangs *2026-03-02, version 7.8.1* I want to manage more than one app and would be glad to upgrade to Pro, but when I click to upgrade it hangs and says Restore Purchase and when I do, it doesn’t save anything. They I try again and it does the same thing. ### 3/5 — Good simple app *2025-05-11, version 7.8.1* The app is really simple, yet awesome. The idea is brilliant. But the subscription is WAY too expensive. ### 5/5 — Best app in the field *2025-02-12, version 7.8.1* I’m in love with this app. The idea of having to type why you’re going to use the app before accessing it makes you much more intentional. I feel like I’m back in control of my digital life—I no longer open Instagram or WhatsApp automatically after finishing a task. Now I can pause and reflect on whether I really need to do that at that moment, and this has been changing my days. Much better than just blocking the app for a while is being able to reflect throughout the day on when and why to use it at that specific moment. I’m very grateful for this app. It’s truly worth using! ### 5/5 — Terrific *2024-12-27, version 7.7.2* Great app that stays innovative and helps you stay off your phone to focus on the more important things in life. I’ve used it since approximately 2020 and it has made a marked improvement in my life and career. ### 1/5 — Terrific *2024-12-23* I used to love Actuflow and bought a lifetime purchase. Then they moved to a subscription model and essentially told their old members they had to start paying for a subscription. That’s not cool and a complete bait and switch. At the very least they should have grandfathered their old members like me, who paid for the product (in addition to giving them free consulting via Zoom). A 50% discount is not a good remedy to that. I would not recommend this app for that reason, plenty of others out there that will actually treat their users/financial supporters with the respect they’re entitled to. **Developer response:** Dear Yezwaj, Thank you for reaching out with this 🙏 There must be a mistake, because we made sure the lifetime users of the previous version of Taskfulness receive a lifetime subscription. Please reach out to us, so we can understand what went wrong and fix it 🙂 You can use this direct email: natalie@taskfulness.com Best regards, Natalie Tsiapalo CEO and founder Taslfulness app ### 4/5 — So good, but still has bugs *2024-11-30, version 7.7.0* Used this intermittently over the past year. It’s the best app of its kind, by far. The blocking with the ability to unlock with intent is just the right amount of friction. Unfortunately it continues to have bugs. The latest is that a frequent notification asking what I’m doing, even if they’re set to 15 minutes and I’ve been using my phone for 30 seconds. Worst is that they seem delayed, so my ignored phone will light up with Taskfulness asking what I’m doing. I really really want to keep using it but it often ends up being a balance of whether the benefit outweighs the annoyances + cost. Also: what’s with the age ranges at sign up? Gives the impression that the creator views anyone over 40 as old :) ### 5/5 — Makes me think when I scroll *2024-11-10, version 7.7.0* This app saves so much time! Now I get asked what am I doing on the phone, and for how long. I use my phone more intentionally and focused, and my screen time has dropped down 2 hours/day!!! ### 1/5 — No *2024-10-23, version 7.7.0* I cant delete this😭😭💀💀💀 ### 5/5 — AI notifications are 🔥 *2024-09-10, version 7.6.2* Personalized AI notifications is the best feature IMO. When I am surfing unintentionally, the app would suggests alternative tasks that align with my goals. My screen time is now useful! ### 5/5 — Life-changing *2024-09-09, version 7.6.2* Taskfullness is such a sweet, non-irritating app, yet it’s still persistent in keeping me on track! I really appreciate all the different settings, especially the option to choose whether I want emotional labelling or not. It’s been eye-opening to see how often I unconsciously dive into my Instagram feed. I bet this app is going to be a huge help in keeping me focused and prepared for my exams! ## Frequently asked questions about Limit Screen Time・Taskfulness ### What does this app do? This app helps you manage your screen time by encouraging intentional usage of selected applications. It prompts you to define your purpose and set a time limit each time you open an app, aiming to reduce mindless scrolling and procrastination. ### How does it help me stay focused? The app works by asking you to state your intention and desired duration before opening an app. It provides mid-session reminders of your original purpose and automatically closes the app when your set time is up, helping you stay on track. ### Is this app free to use? The app offers a free 7-day trial. After the trial period, in-app purchases are available to continue using its features. The specific pricing for continued access is not detailed in the provided description. ### What kind of apps can I block or limit? You can select any apps that tend to consume your time, such as social media platforms (Instagram, Reddit), messaging apps (WhatsApp), or email clients (Gmail). The goal is to bring intentionality to your usage of these time-consuming applications. ### What is the benefit of using this app for screen time? Users report saving an average of 28-36% of their screen time daily, which can translate to significant time reclaimed weekly. It helps combat reactiveness, time blindness, and distractions, promoting a more focused and intentional digital life. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 7.8.1 — 2025-02-10 Homescreen Bugs fixed. Scared of screen time blockers? Well, Taskfulness is not one. This app helps you limit doomscrolling while keeping valuable interactions. Results: You save an average of 14 hours a week, without missing out! Try it free. ### 7.8.0 — 2025-02-10 Scared of screen time blockers? Well, Taskfulness is not one. This app helps you limit doomscrolling while keeping valuable interactions. Results: You save an average of 14 hours a week, without missing out! Try it free for 7 days. ### 7.7.2 — 2024-12-02 Are you using your phone for work, study, or communication? Then you’ve probably noticed how easy it is to lose focus. You pick it up to write a message and the next moment you find yourself scrolling — without even realizing how it happened. We thought, there must be a way to use social media productively. That’s why we built Taskfulness AI — your screen time discipline app. ### 7.7.0 — 2024-10-20 Need a little breather between your scrolling but no apps locked? - Use COOLDOWN MINUTES Using social media to procrastinate? - Try EMOTION LABELING before opening distracting apps. Spend time on your phone unconsciously? - replace doomscrolling with AI suggestions that align with your goals Stay present, have fun, and grow in a team on TASKFULNESS LEADERBOARD. ### 7.6.2 — 2024-09-06 Taskfulness is not like other blockers. It helps you use your phone with intention. How? Before opening distracting apps, set a reason and duration — the TASK. This simple method helps our members save 28-36% of their screen time without compromising their social lives. And there's more: replace unconscious scrolling with useful alternatives using AI NOTIFICATIONS, recognize what fuels your procrastination with EMOTION LABELLING, or try the COOL DOWN MINUTES to tame a binge-scrolling habit. 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