# PonderLock: LDS Prayer & Pause — Scripture Focus & App Blocker

> App blocker that prompts prayer before opening distracting applications. (iPhone/iPad app by TURBULENCE LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponderlock-lds-prayer-and-pause/id6763971850 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TURBULENCE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895580840)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponderlock-lds-prayer-and-pause/id6763971850/reviews.md

## What is PonderLock?

Is your phone louder than the Spirit? PonderLock is the app blocker made for Latter-day Saints.

When you reach for a distracting app, PonderLock gently intercepts — inviting you to pause, breathe, and offer a short prayer before you continue. The scroll can wait. The Spirit shouldn't.

Built for Latter-day Saints who want to reclaim attention for what matters most: scripture study, prayer, family, and quiet moments to hear Him.

HOW IT WORKS
• Choose the apps that pull you in.
• When you open one, PonderLock pauses you with a calm, prayerful moment.
• Hold to pray, then unlock — your apps open when you're ready, not on impulse.
• Build a streak of intentional pauses and watch the rhythm take hold.

MADE FOR LATTER-DAY SAINT LIFE
 • Sabbath rest — Sundays never break your streak.
 • A daily verse and short reflection to begin each morning in the scriptures.
 • Milestones that bloom like the sego lily, from seed to flower.
 • Gentle check-ins: "Where are you with the Lord?"

WHY PONDERLOCK
• A pause, not a punishment — no shame, no lockouts you can't escape.
• A short prayer or scripture prompt at the moment of temptation.
• Track your "ponder moments" and your streak over time.
• A grace-filled emergency unlock for when you truly need access.

PonderLock uses Apple's Screen Time (Family Controls) to block the apps you choose. Your app list never leaves your device — Apple keeps it private, and so do we.

Start with a quieter phone today.

SUBSCRIPTION
PonderLock Plus is an auto-renewing subscription.
• Annual — $39.99 per year (3-day free trial)
• Weekly — $9.99 per week
Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.ponderlock.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://www.ponderlock.com/privacy

## Key features

- App blocking with prayer prompts
- Customizable app selection
- Streak tracking for intentional pauses
- Grace-filled emergency unlock
- Scripture or prayer prompts
- Uses Apple Screen Time for privacy

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PonderLock Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| PonderLock Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| PonderLock Annual (Special Offer) | $24.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponderlock-lds-prayer-and-pause/id6763971850/reviews.md

### 4/5 — My Favorite App

*2026-08-03*

I probably have hundreds of apps on my phone.  I love this one very much because it’s assisting me in repairing my relationship with God, and showing me how easy it can be to just show up with Him each day.  Prayer doesn’t take up much time in a day.  It’s a small seed for the harvest that can be reaped through building one’s life on the rock.  Heavenly Father WILL show up for you, yes even you.  He’s reaching out to you constantly with His righteous right hand no matter what you have done.  He KNOWS you and He CALLS you to repent and to follow Christ because He created you and He loves who He created…He loves your potential!  God Bless 🙏🏽

I rated 4 stars because the subscription for this app could be much less.

## Frequently asked questions about PonderLock

### What is PonderLock?

PonderLock is an app designed to help users build a more intentional relationship with their phones. It gently intercepts access to chosen distracting apps, inviting a moment of prayer or reflection before proceeding.

### How does PonderLock work?

You select the apps that tend to distract you. When you try to open one, PonderLock pauses your session, offering a prayer prompt. You can then choose to hold and pray before unlocking the app.

### What are the subscription options for PonderLock Plus?

PonderLock Plus offers a weekly subscription for $9.99 and an annual subscription for $39.99. There is also a special offer annual plan for $24.99. The $39.99 annual plan includes a 3-day free trial.

### How do I cancel my PonderLock Plus subscription?

Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings.

### Does PonderLock have ads?

No, PonderLock does not have advertisements. The app is focused on providing a distraction-free experience to aid in spiritual focus.

### What devices is PonderLock available on?

PonderLock is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### How does PonderLock ensure privacy?

PonderLock utilizes Apple's Screen Time (Family Controls) to manage app blocking. Your list of chosen apps remains private on your device and is not shared by the app.

### What is the age rating for PonderLock?

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

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2026-08-21

A warmer, clearer PonderLock experience:

- A gentler welcome and more focused onboarding
- Clearer premium plans and free-trial details
- Recent reflections are easier to scan
- Expand or collapse older moments when you want

### 1.0.7 — 2026-07-29

A calmer, clearer PonderLock experience:

- Keep recent reflection moments easy to scan
- Expand older reflections only when you want them
- Clearer free-trial timing and plan comparison
- Refined onboarding for a quieter, more focused start

### 1.0.6 — 2026-07-21

More reliable membership access:

• Subscription access now remains active after a successful purchase
• Prevents the paywall from reappearing due to delayed membership updates
• Membership still refreshes normally after restarting or changing accounts

### 1.0.5 — 2026-07-14

More consistent launch and blocking behavior:

• The iOS launch and loading transition now use the same centered logo
• Ponder rhythm changes immediately update an active unlock window
• Rhythm settings remain stable through offline sync and account changes
• Blocking safely resumes when a scheduled deadline cannot be preserved

### 1.0.4 — 2026-07-10

Smoother blocked-app moments:

- Prayer opens more quickly and cleanly from blocked apps
- Fewer visual interruptions when returning to PonderLock
- More dependable prayer and unlock behavior after app resumes
- Membership and setup choices carry through sign-in more reliably

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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 2026-09-05.*