# Steps Unlock

> Lock apps until daily step goals are met to encourage activity and focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Lit Apps LLC (Mobile).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-unlock/id6754281962 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lit Apps LLC (Mobile)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798178404)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 127 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: Vietnamese, American English, Indonesian, European Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Turkish
- Released: 2025-11-11
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-unlock/id6754281962/reviews.md

## What is Steps Unlock?

Tired of wasting time on distracting apps?
With StepUnlock, your selected apps stay locked until you walk a certain number of steps.
Stay active, stay productive — and turn your screen time into step time!


 Set your daily step goals
 Choose which apps to lock
 Walk to unlock them — simple as that!
 Build healthy habits while staying focused

Move more. Unlock more. Become unstoppable.


Terms of Use: https://litappslab.com/terms

## Key features

- Set daily step goals
- Choose apps to lock
- Walk to unlock apps
- Build healthy habits
- Stay focused on tasks

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Weekly Reference Subsctiption | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Reference Subsctiption | $9.99 | per year |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-unlock/id6754281962/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Sounds good, but not great

*2026-03-19*

App does not sync my steps. It says I reached the goal of steps from my Apple Watch, but resets back to zero once in the app. Also, it randomly unlocks my apps for long period of time. Would not pay for a glitchy app. Better off using regular screen time on iPhone.

**Developer response:** Sorry about the syncing issues with your Apple Watch and the random unlocking - that's definitely not how it should work. If you'd like help troubleshooting, feel free to reach out through the app's support section.

### 2/5 — Great concept but not practical

*2026-03-12*

I have a daily step goal but the app just locks your apps even if you hit the goals. I don’t want to keep walking to get a minimum amount of scroll time.

**Developer response:** Hey Swethapd, sorry the app is still locking after you hit your goal - that's definitely not how it should work! Can you email us at support so we can fix this for you?

### 3/5 — Great idea but doesnt work

*2026-02-04, version 2.0.27*

Steps re set randomly so I was never able to reach the goal.

### 2/5 — subscription problem

*2026-01-31*

i HATE the subscription issue .       the app is absolutely heading in the right direction and can definitely help out with physical health and fitness !!       but why after one use of the app do i have to pay for a subscription ?       not only is that INCREDIBLY stupid - but i think that we shouldnt have to use a subscription for it period .

**Developer response:** Sorry the subscription kicked in so quickly! We're working on letting people try more before deciding, but for now you can reach out to support if you need help with anything.

### 2/5 — Funktioniert selten

*2026-01-21*

Die App tut ihren Zweck, und sperrt mein Social Media zuverlässig. Leider hat sie nach ca. einer Woche aufgehört meine Schritte zu tracken. Es steht zwar unten in der kleinen Schrift immer wie viele Schritte ich gegangen bin, und wie viele Kilometer, aber die große Anzeige zeigt immer 0 Schritte. Die Apps werden also nie freigeschaltet, egal wie viele Schritte ich mache. Ich kann auf meine Apps nur durch „Give up“ zugreifen… Dafür möchte ich nicht mehr so viel Geld zahlen!

**Developer response:** Entschuldige die Probleme mit der Schrittverfolgung! Es klingt so, als wären die Daten da, aber sie werden im Hauptzähler nicht richtig angezeigt. Kannst du uns eine E-Mail an den Support schicken, damit wir dir helfen können, das zu beheben?

### 2/5 — Great idea, doesn’t work

*2026-01-19*

First few days worked really well and lowered my screen time significantly. But it stopped syncing my step count and left me locked out of my apps. If they fix the bugs it might be worth it.

**Developer response:** Can you reach out to support so we can get your issues fixed?

Thanks!

### 1/5 — Too buggy

*2026-01-15*

This app has so much potential but it never syncs properly. Even after I updated it, I keep getting a message that it failed to load steps. So, my phone says I have enough steps to unlock but the app says I have zero steps. Will not renew subscription.

**Developer response:** We'll look into this! sorry about this!

### 5/5 — CH Play

*2026-01-12, version 2.0.19*

Mong sắp tới có ứng dụng trên ch play nữa là hoàn hảo

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work

*2026-01-08, version 2.0.19*

Love the premise but it’s simply not effective. It doesn’t count my steps, buttons are confusing to use and the price is too high for something this wonky. Disappointing but I’ll be cancelling my subscription.

### 1/5 — Incorrect counting

*2026-01-07, version 2.0.19*

This app does not properly track your steps. It who forth out and be behind 1-2k steps. I don’t recommend. Great idea but the app needs working on

## Frequently asked questions about Steps Unlock

### What does Steps Unlock do?

Steps Unlock locks selected applications on your device. You must achieve a predetermined number of steps before those apps become accessible again. This feature encourages users to be more active and less reliant on distracting apps.

### How do I use Steps Unlock?

First, you set your daily step goals and then choose which specific apps you want to lock. Once set, you will need to walk the required number of steps to unlock them. It's a straightforward process designed to integrate into your daily routine.

### Is Steps Unlock free to use?

The application is free to download and use, with options for in-app purchases. These purchases likely offer additional features or customization beyond the core functionality of locking apps based on step count.

### What kind of apps can I lock with Steps Unlock?

You can choose any application installed on your device to be locked. This allows you to target specific apps that you find most distracting, whether they are social media, games, or other time-consuming programs.

### How does this app help with productivity and health?

By requiring physical activity to access distracting apps, Steps Unlock helps users build healthier habits and improve their focus. It encourages users to move more throughout the day, turning screen time into productive step time.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.3 — 2026-04-23

Bug Fixes & Improvements

### 4.1.2 — 2026-04-21

Adding lifetime purchase for this app, thank you!

### 4.1.1 — 2026-04-17

Bug Fixes.

### 4.1.0 — 2026-04-14

Bug fixes and optimizations.

### 4.0.0 — 2026-04-09

Bug fixes and optimizations

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