Prayer Stop — Salah Pause
Holds back apps at prayer
About
This app helps you stay focused during prayer times by temporarily blocking distracting apps. It also provides prayer times, Qibla direction, and offline access to the Quran with recitations and translations.
What's New in Prayer Stop
1.0.5
October 16, 2026
• New, and off until you turn them on: choose which prayers play the adhan, a Fajr adhan, a reminder before each prayer, a Jumu'ah reminder, Ramadan mode with suhoor and iftar times, a Lock Screen countdown, and the adhkar after prayer with a counter. • Fixed: the adhan sound now plays at every prayer time. Hear it for yourself under Settings › Test the adhan. On iOS 26 it can also ring as an alarm, even on silent. • 12 calculation methods, including Umm al-Qura, Diyanet, Karachi and Moonsighting Committee, plus Hanafi Asr. Fine-tune any prayer time by a few minutes to match your mosque. • New adhan voices: Makkah, Madinah, Al-Aqsa, Mishary Alafasy, Abdul Basit, and more. • New backgrounds (teal, maroon, charcoal) with matching app icons, and new accent colours.
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FAQ
Does Prayer Stop have ads?
No, Prayer Stop is completely ad-free. The developer explicitly states there is no advertising SDK in the app, ensuring an uninterrupted experience, especially during prayer times.
How much does Prayer Stop cost?
Prayer Stop is entirely free to use. There are no premium tiers, subscriptions, or locked features, making all its functionalities accessible to all users.
What is the update frequency for Prayer Stop?
Prayer Stop was last updated on October 16, 2026, with version 1.0.5. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and maintenance.
Is Prayer Stop available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Prayer Stop is currently supported on iPhone and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not included.
How does Prayer Stop handle user privacy?
Prayer Stop prioritizes privacy by not tracking users or collecting personal data. Apps you choose to block are managed by iOS Screen Time, remaining opaque to the app itself, and location data is only used on-device.
Can I customize the look and feel of Prayer Stop?
Yes, Prayer Stop offers extensive customization. You can choose from five different backgrounds, four accent colors, and a day mode, which will be reflected on the pause screen, widgets, and app icon.
What prayer calculation methods does Prayer Stop use?
Prayer Stop supports multiple prayer calculation methods, including Muslim World League, ISNA, and Egyptian methods, ensuring accuracy for a wide range of users.
Does Prayer Stop offer offline Quran functionality?
Yes, Prayer Stop allows you to download the entire Quran for offline reading. You can also save specific surahs or recitations to listen to without an internet connection.
