# PhonePause - Parent Lock — School & Discipline Lock

> Parental control app for managing child's screen time with phone locking features. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrew Meyers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonepause-parent-lock/id6759881302 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrew Meyers](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879595732)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonepause-parent-lock/id6759881302/reviews.md

## What is PhonePause?

PhonePause - Parent Lock helps parents manage their child's screen time with powerful phone locking features.

FREE FEATURES:
• Lock your child's phone instantly with one tap
• PIN-protected parent access
• Choose which apps to allow during lock
• Manual unlock when you're ready

PREMIUM ($1.99 one-time):
• School Hours Lock — automatically lock during class time with weekday scheduling and holiday support
• Timed Punishment Lock — set a lock duration (minutes or hours) that auto-unlocks
• Messages & FaceTime Blocking — block messaging apps during lock

DESIGNED FOR PARENTS:
Set up directly on your child's iPhone. No accounts, no cloud, no subscriptions. Everything stays on the device.

IMPORTANT: Remember your PIN. If forgotten, the only way to regain access is to erase and restore the iPhone from a backup.

## Key features

- Instant phone locking
- PIN-protected parent access
- App whitelisting during lock
- Scheduled school hour locks
- Timed punishment locks
- Block messaging apps

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PhonePause Premium | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about PhonePause

### Does PhonePause have ads?

No, PhonePause does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download with optional in-app purchases for premium features.

### What is the cost of PhonePause premium features?

Premium features for PhonePause are available as a one-time purchase of $1.99. This unlocks advanced scheduling and blocking capabilities.

### How often is PhonePause updated?

The latest version of PhonePause is 1.0.2, which was released on April 22, 2026. Updates are provided by the developer to enhance functionality and reliability.

### What devices support PhonePause?

PhonePause is designed for use on iPhones and iPads. It is compatible with iOS devices and offers direct setup on the child's iPhone.

### What happens if I forget my PhonePause PIN?

If you forget your PIN for PhonePause, the only way to regain access is to erase and restore your iPhone from a backup. It is crucial to remember your PIN.

### Can I choose which apps are blocked by PhonePause?

Yes, during a lock, you can choose which apps to allow on your child's phone. Premium features also allow for blocking specific messaging and FaceTime apps.

### Is PhonePause suitable for school hours?

Yes, the premium version of PhonePause includes a 'School Hours Lock' feature. This allows for automatic locking during class time with weekday scheduling and holiday support.

### Does PhonePause require an account or cloud sync?

No, PhonePause is designed to operate directly on the device. It does not require accounts, cloud syncing, or subscriptions, keeping all data local.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-04-22

Bug fixes.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-04-21

Bug Fixes.

### 1.0 — 2026-03-13

No release notes.

## More apps by Andrew Meyers

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All apps by Andrew Meyers: https://appshunter.io/developer/1879595732

## Related topics

[lock phone time](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/lock-phone-time)

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