# TimeBack: Block Addictive Apps — Digital Detox

> App blocker for digital detox and screen time reduction with social accountability. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicholas Camson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-block-addictive-apps/id6748564790 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nicholas Camson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1695630069)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-block-addictive-apps/id6748564790/reviews.md

## What is TimeBack?

TimeBack helps you cut screen time and avoid doomscrolling with scheduled or ad-hoc blocking. When you slip, friends are automatically notified to keep you accountable.

Features:
- App Blocking: Block distracting apps with custom schedules or ad-hoc timers.
- Hard Mode: Block all apps at once to completely lock down your phone.
- Block Overrides: Override a block for 5–60 minutes or until the end of day.
- Accountability: If you override a block, your friends can be notified so excuses don’t go unnoticed.
- Tracking: Track your schedules, goals, and overrides. Friends can see your progress and weakness moments, keeping you accountable while inspiring them to join.

TimeBack simplifies reducing screen time by combining your focus intentions with social incentives.

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

## Key features

- App Blocking with custom schedules
- Ad-hoc timers
- Hard Mode for complete lockdown
- Accountability notifications for friends
- Block override options
- Tracking of schedules and goals

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBack Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| TimeBack Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| TimeBack Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBack Premium | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 TimeBack Points | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 TimeBack Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 TimeBack Points | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2500 TimeBack Points | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of TimeBack?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Best Screen Time Control App
- 👍 Great Tool
- 👍 Great way to reduce screen time
- 👍 Smooth
- 👍 Productivity increased working from home
- 👍 Breeds Success
- 👍 Actually Works
- 👍 the best
- 👍 Amazing App
- 👍 Got my life back
- 👍 Best App Ever
- 👍 Keeps Me Accountable
- 👍 Great way to control Screen Time
- 👍 Actually works
- 👍 Helps a TON
- 👍 Accountability
- 👍 The one thing that helped!
- 👍 Love it!
- 👍 Finally

## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-block-addictive-apps/id6748564790/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Finally, a screen time tool I can actually use

*2025-12-05, version 2.7.8*

From a productivity standpoint this app does its job. It’s extremely user friendly which isn’t like others.

### 5/5 — Refocus

*2025-10-19, version 2.5.0*

In a world where we wake up to our phones, use them all day, then repeat the cycle, it’s hard to know how to break the pattern.  Thanks to TimeBack, it helps me stay disciplined, cut out the valuable time I’m wasting on apps, and ultimately makes me more productive.  Thank you to the developers for offering this tool!

### 5/5 — Very effective

*2025-10-13, version 2.3.8*

This app is great at keeping me accountable for my screentime. Cool that I get to keep track of my friends and their habits as well.

### 5/5 — Focus

*2025-10-09, version 2.3.8*

Keeps me focused. Real winners will actively put this app to work.

### 5/5 — Best Screen Time Control App!

*2025-10-08, version 2.3.8*

I love using TimeBack it’s the best screen time app on the market because of its great features in my opinion!

### 5/5 — Great Tool

*2025-10-04, version 2.2.5*

Glad I got the recommendation to download this app. I knew I spent too much time on my phone but having the control and accountability was very helpful in managing my time.

### 5/5 — Great way to reduce screen time.

*2025-09-25, version 2.2.5*

TimeBack has been incredibly helpful for me.  My screen time is about an hour lower than it was before, and I’ve been using that time to read instead of doom scrolling before bed.  My sleep has never been better!

### 5/5 — New User

*2025-09-23, version 2.2.5*

App is a really great way to stop the constant opening of socials. Perfect amount of incentives. Having to notify your friends of your unblocking is great pressure not to, but also easy enough if it is an emergency.

### 5/5 — Smooth

*2025-09-23, version 2.2.5*

Super simple and smooth, straight to the point!

### 5/5 — Productivity increased working from home

*2025-09-22, version 2.2.5*

I’ve been trying to reduce my screen time because I work from home and sometimes I get super distracted by certain apps. The ability to block certain apps has been super helpful in increasing my productivity. I have another work from home friend who I use for the accountability and it’s always a lil embarassing when they catch me slacking

## Frequently asked questions about TimeBack

### What does TimeBack do?

TimeBack helps you cut down on screen time and avoid excessive app usage by allowing you to block distracting applications. You can set up custom schedules for blocking or use ad-hoc timers. It also includes a feature to notify friends if you override a block, providing social accountability.

### What are the key features of TimeBack?

Key features include app blocking with custom schedules and ad-hoc timers, a 'Hard Mode' for complete phone lockdown, the ability to override blocks for short periods, and an accountability system where friends are notified of overrides. It also tracks your progress and goals.

### Is TimeBack free to use?

The application is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. Specific details on what features are behind in-app purchases are not provided in the description, but it operates on a freemium model.

### How does the accountability feature work?

The accountability feature allows you to designate friends who will be automatically notified if you override a block. This helps keep you honest about your screen time goals, as your friends can see your progress and any moments where you deviate from your plan.

### What is 'Hard Mode' in TimeBack?

'Hard Mode' is a feature designed for complete focus. When activated, it blocks all apps on your phone, allowing you to lock down your device entirely. This is useful for periods when you need to eliminate all distractions and concentrate on a specific task.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.1 — 2025-12-10

We've made some small improvements to make your experience better.

### 2.7.8 — 2025-11-26

We've made some small improvements to make your experience better

### 2.7.0 — 2025-11-18

We've made some small improvements to make your experience better

### 2.6.5 — 2025-11-04

Bug Fixes

### 2.5.8 — 2025-10-24

Bug Fixes

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## More apps by Nicholas Camson

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All apps by Nicholas Camson: https://appshunter.io/developer/1695630069

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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 2026-08-29.*