# TimeBack: Take Back Your Time — Take back your screen time

> Take back your screen time (iPhone/iPad app by thomas kiang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-take-back-your-time/id6759700323 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [thomas kiang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880272795)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.2 · 17 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2026-05-26
- Data updated: 2026-06-28
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-take-back-your-time/id6759700323/reviews.md

## What is TimeBack?

TimeBack helps you build healthier screen habits with powerful, privacy-first tools.

◆ DAILY LIMITS — Set usage limits for any app or category. Auto-blocks when time is up.

◆ BREAK MODE — Force breaks after continuous use to protect your focus and eyes.

◆ SCHEDULES — Block distracting apps during work, study, or sleep hours. Supports overnight schedules.

◆ LOCATION ZONES — Automatically block apps when you enter a specific area like school or office.

◆ CUSTOM BLOCK SCREEN — Personalize the blocking screen with your own icon, message, and unlock method.

◆ GUARDIAN MODE — A separate passcode held by a trusted accountability partner. Prevents rules from being bypassed in a moment of weakness.

◆ ON-DEMAND ACCESS — Optionally allow temporary access with a configurable "Continue" button.

◆ PRIVACY-FIRST — All your TimeBack data stays on your device. We have no server. No accounts, no analytics, no tracking.

Built with iOS Screen Time APIs (FamilyControls, DeviceActivity, ManagedSettings). No account. No ads. No tracking.


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-14

Now on iPad
TimeBack runs on iPad in portrait and landscape — no extra setup.

A quieter Settings page
Each entry now shows only what it does, or its current state.

About TimeBack
New entries for Rate TimeBack, FAQ, Official X, and Share TimeBack.
The FAQ explains common questions in plain language.

Cleaner notification center
Turning off or deleting a rule that's on break now removes related
notifications instead of leaving them behind.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-05-30

• Scheduled blocks now take effect immediately when you open the app during a scheduled time window.
• Fixed cases where blocked apps could briefly become accessible during a break.
• Using "Unlock Once" during a break no longer triggers a misleading "available again" notification.
• Minor visual refinements and stability improvements.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-05-28

Settings refinements, notification polish, and internal improvements.

### 1.0 — 2026-05-27

No release notes.

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