Normal: Screen Time Control

Normal: Screen Time Control

Open-source app blocker

24 ratings
8 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 16, 2026
  • June 22, 2026
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This app helps you reduce phone usage by blocking selected applications by default. To access blocked apps, you must physically scan an NFC tag, QR code, or barcode, or be at a specific location. It offers granular control, timed unblocks, and scheduling to help you regain control of your screen time.

Block apps via NFC, QR codes, and barcodes
Use any NFC tag, QR code, or barcode
Unblock/block specific apps
Timed unblocks
Scheduling
Granular control
Bypass prevention options
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What's New in Normal

1.4

June 22, 2026

Lots of new features and fixes! Thanks to community feedback, Normal now has: - Location Keys - Dynamic Island/Live Activity - In-App Donations - Group-only Keys - Reliable Scheduling - Widgets + Lots of other improvements and bug fixes!

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User reviews

it’s good!

simple and easy to set up. i use my library card barcode as my key and it works very well. i like that i can choose how long to unlock the apps. genuinely helps me stay off unnecessary websites and mindless scrolling. so far no pieces of feedback. thanks for making an easy and free to use app!

Response from developer

Yeah timing unblock was the main reason I made this, glad it's working so well for you! Feel free to reach out if any more feedback, info@normalengineering.org

Free, Open Source, Works!

A fantastic tool, highly customizable, completely free to set up and use. Way better than paying a subscription and buying locked down hardware for other screen time apps.

Response from developer

Thank you! If you have any questions or feedback feel free to reach out! info@normalengineering.org

A perfect utility app

Seriously, this is the best and most intuitively/simple apps that just works without fuss or tinkering. Anything you’d want to do works with absolute ease and it makes this a “set it and forget” thing, where you can block things and never have to worry about the app or glitches or anything, unlike other apps.

If I had to give any feedback, although it is a really small quality-of-life feature, I would really like a widget and/or shortcut that allows for quick and easy enabling of the scanner so we can just click it and quickly block and unblock without having to manually go in the app and do so. Other than that, absolute delight to use ^^ !
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Response from developer

I’ve just added widgets in the new update, thanks for your suggestion! Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or feedback info@normalengineering.org

Best app

Best screen time control app. Has no stupid paywalls.

Response from developer

Thank you!

An amazing app

This app is so good it works perfectly it doesn’t collect data and is free and open source. Try this before buying a new dumbphone. I have one suggestion for the creator, if you can please make it work also for macos. That would be great!

Response from developer

MacOS is actually my next step! Getting user feedback and making the iOS version perfect then MacOS If you have any feedback please don’t hesitate to reach out, info@normalengineering.org

FAQ

How does Normal help reduce screen time?

Normal blocks selected apps by default, requiring a physical scan of an NFC tag, QR code, or barcode, or a specific location to unblock them. This 'opt-in' strategy encourages intentional app usage and reduces mindless scrolling.

Can Normal be made difficult to bypass?

Yes, Normal is designed to be highly customizable. It can be configured to be impossible to bypass, or conversely, easy to bypass, giving you complete control over its strictness.

Does Normal offer timed unblocks?

Yes, Normal allows for timed unblocks. You can unlock an app for a specific duration, such as 15 minutes, after which it will automatically reblock without you needing to remember.

Is Normal free to use?

Yes, Normal is completely free and open-source. No features are hidden behind paywalls or require in-app purchases.

What devices does Normal support?

Normal is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

How often is Normal updated?

The latest version of Normal is 1.4, and it was last updated on June 22, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

Does Normal have ads?

No, Normal does not contain advertisements. As an open-source application, it focuses on user experience without intrusive ads.

What is the age rating for Normal?

Normal has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.