# Para - Friends Block Apps — App Blocker With Friends

> Socially enforced app blocking with friends as gatekeepers. (iPhone/iPad app by Pilas Studios LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/para-friends-block-apps/id6751147029 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pilas Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833675924)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/para-friends-block-apps/id6751147029/reviews.md

## What is Para?

You set the limits. A friend makes them stick.

  You've set screen time limits before. You've also tapped "Ignore Limit" fifteen seconds later. That's
  not a willpower problem — it's a design problem. When you're the only one who can undo the block,
  undoing it is always one tap away.

  Para closes that loop. You choose which apps to lock and when. Then you hand the key to a friend. The
  block is yours; they're the reason it's still there at 11pm.

  Want back in early? You ask. They can say yes — or leave you locked.

  Set a block that fits your life
  – Block now — lock a set of apps for 30 minutes, an hour, or until tonight
  – By place — apps lock the moment you walk in the door and unlock when you leave. Home, the office,
  the gym, wherever the scrolling actually happens
  – On a schedule — weeknights, work hours, bedtime
  – Daily limit — pick a cap, and the apps lock when you hit it
  – Mindful — no hard block, just a pause that asks how long you need before it opens

  Hand over the key
  Pick a friend to hold it. Getting back in early means sending a request — how long you need, and why.
  They approve it, or they don't. Prefer to go it alone? Solo mode works too. You just hold your own
  key.

  See what actually changed
  Your real screen time, your most-used apps, a daily average that isn't a guess, and a streak counting
  the days you kept to it.

  Add friends in seconds
  By username, from your contacts, or with a QR code.

  Who it's for
  Anyone who has turned off their own screen time limits and knows it. If doing it alone hasn't worked,
  stop doing it alone.

  Para is free. No ads, no subscriptions.

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## Key features

- Friend-gated app blocking
- Accountability through friends
- Screen time stats and trends
- Streaks and time-saved tracking
- QR code and SMS friend invites

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pantalla Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Pantalla Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/para-friends-block-apps/id6751147029/reviews.md

### 5/5 — (Life changing)

*2026-04-13*

I needed this app

### 5/5 — THIS IS LEGIT

*2026-01-31*

This app is changing my life and giving me my time back! Nothing else has helped me spend less time on my phone. This is great🙌🏽🙌🏽

## Frequently asked questions about Para

### How does Pantalla work to block apps?

Pantalla allows you to select apps you want to block and designate a friend as your gatekeeper. Your friend receives a notification and holds the lock. You must request access from your friend to unblock the app.

### Is Pantalla free to use?

Yes, Pantalla is free to download and offers up to 3 free rules with friends. Additional features or rules may be available through in-app purchases.

### What devices does Pantalla support?

Pantalla is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for Pantalla?

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

### How often is Pantalla updated?

The latest version of Pantalla is 1.3.2, and it was last updated on April 13, 2026, indicating regular updates.

### Can I see my screen time statistics with Pantalla?

Yes, Pantalla provides screen time statistics and usage trends, along with tracking for streaks and time saved.

### How do I invite friends to be gatekeepers on Pantalla?

You can invite friends to be gatekeepers on Pantalla using QR codes or SMS invites.

### Does Pantalla have ads?

No, Pantalla does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2026-08-24

- Bug fixes
- Dark mode

### 1.6 — 2026-08-06

-Challenge fixes

### 1.5 — 2026-06-24

• Faster Mindful unlocks — apps now open instantly when you grant yourself time, no more
  momentary freeze.
  • Para is free, forever — a new welcome screen makes our no-ads, no-subscriptions promise
  clear, with an optional way to chip in and support the Stop Scrolling movement.
  • Finished your first challenge? You can now leave a quick review to help more people put
  their phones down.

### 1.4 — 2026-06-16

Para is a whole new app.
We rebuilt it from the ground up around two ideas: challenges and simpler blocking. Instead of just tracking screen time you'll ignore, Para now turns putting the phone down into something social — like Strava for your screen time.
What's new:
– Challenges: take on scroll-cutting goals solo or with friends
– Simpler blocking: fewer taps to lock an app and hand a friend the key
– Cleaner design throughout
– Faster, more reliable friend invites
Same core idea — your friends hold you accountable — now built to actually keep you off the scroll.

### 1.3.3 — 2026-05-22

What's New in Pantalla
  
  - Sign in with Facebook — added Facebook as a new login option alongside Apple
  Sign In, so you can get started even faster.
  - 2-week free trial — try Premium free for 14 days before committing. Unlimited
   accountability friend rules included.
  - Easier subscription management — manage or cancel your subscription right
  inside the app. When you cancel, you'll keep Premium until the end of your
  billing period, and your settings clearly show when it ends.
  - Streaks — stay motivated by tracking your daily progress and building
  momentum over time.
  - Invite friends — bring your accountability partners on board with a quick
  invite link.
  - Smoother account deletion — a cleaner, clearer flow if you ever decide to
  delete your account.
  - Bug fixes & polish — blocking reliability improvements and various
  refinements throughout the app.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*