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StayFree - Block Apps & Sites

StayFree - Block Apps & Sites

Limit screentime, stay focused

113 ratings
103 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
Free

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Released
September 25, 2022
Updated
November 6, 2026

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Developer

Sensor Tower, Inc.
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This app helps you understand your screen time and digital wellbeing. It allows you to block apps, set usage limits, and view detailed statistics to improve focus and reduce distractions. Achieve greater productivity and self-control with its user-friendly interface.

✓Block apps and websites
✓Set usage limits
✓View usage statistics
✓Focus mode scheduling
✓Cross-platform support
✓Digital detox tools
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What users say about StayFree

Reviews of StayFree are mostly negative: the Productivity app is rated 2.4/5 from 113 App Store ratings. What users like most: works excellently on desktop and web versions, effective screen time management when functioning properly. Top complaints: critical bug preventing app selection from saving, in-app blocking unavailable on iOS. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 💻Works excellently on desktop and web versions
  • 🎯Effective screen time management when functioning properly
  • 🆓Free application with useful features
  • 🌐Website blocking feature works reliably
  • 📱Chrome extension highly praised by users
  • 🎨Clean and intuitive user interface design
  • 🔧Comprehensive feature set on Android version

Negative things

  • 🐛Critical bug preventing app selection from saving
  • ❌In-app blocking unavailable on iOS
  • 📉Significantly fewer features on iOS vs Android
  • 🔄Usage limits not resetting daily as expected
  • 💾Cannot edit limits once created
  • 🚫Difficult to override or temporarily disable limits
  • ⚠️App crashes frequently during setup
  • 🔐Limited granular blocking options on iOS
  • 📊Cross-device usage data not syncing properly
  • ⏰Focus mode time range restrictions not working
  • 🔍App selection screen becomes black/unresponsive
  • 🎯Selective feature blocking (reels, shorts) iOS-exclusive
  • 🔧No settings menu accessible on iOS
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What's New in StayFree

3.16

November 6, 2026

iPhone Duo Optimization: Applied minor UI polish to the onboarding flow specifically for iPhone Duo displays Navigation Adjustment: Moved "Mac Usage" out of the Web tab and into the Apps tab for better categorization and easier access Simplified Shortcut Onboarding: Added Picture in Picture (PiP) support to guide users seamlessly through the iOS Shortcut setup process

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This is the only good screen time app

This app seems like it’s made by humans not ai and it actually just blocks your apps without adds and doesn’t make you pay
PPurrfectCATastr0phe

可选刷新时间

能否让app时间限额刷新时间可以由用户自主设定
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아이폰도 숏츠 차단 해주세요

안드로이드는 되먄사
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Lifesaver

Does the job well in blocking and it’s FREE, but very time the phone updates or smth I need to re-enter all my limits. The website version has in app blocking, love that feature!!! Please add that for the phone app as well 💕 The syncing with other devices doesn’t work as well, it would be great if that could be fixed. 💕
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DO NOT USE FOR IOS

UPDATE AUGUST 2026: The app went through a minor update and now even the small pieces of the app that did work for iOS are now broken. This thing is garbage.

This app works great for my friends that have android phones so I tried it. Don’t bother. Almost none of the functionality is implemented on iPhone. I was really looking forward to being able to block things like reels or shorts without totally blocking Facebook and YouTube. Does not exist here. There isn’t even a delete button for focus mode (their name for a scheduled blocking plan). You literally have to delete the app and all related data and reinstall if you want to delete a blocking plan. Absolute clown app. Super disappointed because I really need an app like this and haven’t found one even close to what stayfree can do on android.
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Reported Bugs

14 issues

App selection screen closes without saving when 'Done' is pressed

Bug

Cannot add apps to usage limits or focus modes

Bug

Usage limits not persisting after creation

Bug

App crashes when attempting to add new restrictions

Bug

Focus mode not activating properly

Bug

Time range restrictions not working (e.g., 11pm-7am)

Bug

App crashes during app search functionality

Bug

Safari enablement prompt repeats despite confirmation

Bug

Blocks not resetting daily, requiring manual recreation

Bug

Usage data not displaying on other devices

Bug

Website blocking not consistently enforcing limits

Bug

Black screen on Apps tab

Bug

App closing unexpectedly during limit setup

Bug

Glitches after recent updates affecting previously working features

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Requested Features

14 requests

In-app blocking for iOS (block reels, shorts, comments separately)

Feature

PIN code protection to prevent cheating

Feature

Ability to edit usage limits after creation

Feature

Easier temporary override mechanism for limits

Feature

iPad horizontal/landscape mode support

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Cross-device usage data visibility with app-level details

Feature

Date range usage statistics view

Feature

Limits on the go feature for iOS

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Stronger obstacles to prevent limit deletion

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Alternative app redirect when limit reached

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Breathing exercise or wellness feature integration

Feature

Dark mode option

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Multiple restriction zones support

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Correct device identification for iPad

Feature

FAQ

Does StayFree have ads?

StayFree is a free application and does not contain advertisements.

What devices is StayFree available on?

StayFree is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It also offers Chrome and Firefox extensions for cross-platform usage.

How often is StayFree updated?

The latest version of StayFree is 3.16, and it was last updated on November 6, 2026. This indicates a recent and active development cycle.

What is the age rating for StayFree?

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

What do users like most about StayFree?

Users praise its excellent performance on desktop and web versions, effective screen time management when functioning properly, and its clean, intuitive interface. The website blocking feature is also noted as reliable.

What are the main issues users report with StayFree?

Common complaints include critical bugs preventing app selection saving, in-app blocking unavailability on iOS, and significantly fewer features on iOS compared to Android. Some users also report frequent app crashes during setup.

How does StayFree compare to its competitors?

While StayFree offers a comprehensive feature set, users note that its iOS version is less feature-rich than its Android counterpart and lacks some functionalities like in-app blocking. Cross-device syncing is also reported as an issue.

Can I schedule time away from my phone with StayFree?

Yes, StayFree offers a 'Focus mode' that allows you to create schedules for distracting apps to help you stay focused and manage your time away from your phone.