# ReadLock: Reading Focus — Read first, unlock apps

> App locker that requires reading to unlock usage time. (iPhone/iPad app by Marcos Cuesta Abanades.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlock-reading-focus/id6776714612 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Marcos Cuesta Abanades](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842380388)
- Category: Reference, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Bangla, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France) and 34 more
- Released: 2026-06-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlock-reading-focus/id6776714612/reviews.md

## What is ReadLock?

ReadLock helps you put reading before the apps that pull you off track. Choose the apps you want to protect, complete a short reading check, and unlock the minutes you earned.

What is included for free:
- Protect one selected app
- Complete reading checks to earn app time
- Use the daily wallet to see earned and spent minutes
- Use one limited emergency unlock per day
- Save progress and restore purchases with an optional account

ReadLock Pro requires a separate auto-renewable subscription. Pro features include:
- Protecting more than one app
- Unlimited daily unlock loops
- Custom reading-to-screen-time ratios
- Strict mode
- Scheduled locks
- Advanced progress stats
- Streak recovery

ReadLock uses Apple's Screen Time controls to apply app shields on your device. Screen Time authorization is requested during setup.

The app does not track you across other companies' apps or websites for advertising, advertising measurement, or data broker sharing.

https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Lock distracting apps
- Complete reading checks
- Earn app time
- Emergency unlock
- Custom ratios
- Scheduled locks

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReadLock Pro Week | $11.99 | per year |
| ReadLock Pro Annual | $1.99 | per 7 days |



## Frequently asked questions about ReadLock

### How does ReadLock work?

ReadLock uses Apple's Screen Time controls to lock selected apps. You must complete a short reading session to earn minutes, which then unlock your chosen apps for a set duration.

### What features are included for free in ReadLock?

The free version allows you to protect one app, earn app time by completing reading checks, view earned and spent minutes in a daily wallet, and use one limited emergency unlock per day.

### What are the benefits of ReadLock Pro?

ReadLock Pro offers protection for multiple apps, unlimited daily unlock loops, custom reading-to-screen-time ratios, strict mode, scheduled locks, advanced progress statistics, and streak recovery.

### Does ReadLock have ads?

No, ReadLock does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free.

### Is ReadLock available on Android?

Currently, ReadLock is only supported on iPhone devices. Future platform expansions have not been announced.

### What is the age rating for ReadLock?

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

### How often is ReadLock updated?

ReadLock was last updated on June 10, 2026, with version 1.0. Further update frequency is not specified but the initial release indicates active development.

### Can I get a refund for ReadLock Pro?

ReadLock Pro is an auto-renewable subscription. Refund policies would typically be governed by Apple's App Store terms and conditions for subscriptions.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-06-10

No release notes.

## More apps by Marcos Cuesta Abanades

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All apps by Marcos Cuesta Abanades: https://appshunter.io/developer/1842380388

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