# TimeCap - Limit Screen Time — Distraction Free Social Media

> Social media time management and distraction-free browsing app. (iPhone/iPad app by Antonio Ferrara.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecap-limit-screen-time/id6737515680 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Antonio Ferrara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614412867)
- Category: Social Networking, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-10-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecap-limit-screen-time/id6737515680/reviews.md

## What is TimeCap?

TimeCap helps you take control of your social media time with ease. 

Here is what you will get with TimeCap:
- Set up a time budget for social media. 
- Browse social media distraction-free, currently supporting Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube, and Reddit. You can hide Reels, Shorts, For You Page, Explore Page, and much more!
- Use all social media in a single app.

Note: TimeCap removes Reels and other distractions only when you browse through TimeCap itself, not on the official social media apps.

Terms of Use: https://antoniodesigns.notion.site/Terms-of-Services-1bc2d87eddf8807e833af7e47a4a91de?pvs=4

## Key features

- Set social media time budgets
- Distraction-free browsing
- Supports Instagram, X, YouTube, Reddit
- Hide Reels, Shorts, For You Page
- Consolidate social media in one app

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TimeCap Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| TimeCap Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| TimeCap Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecap-limit-screen-time/id6737515680/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Logs me into a random account

*2026-07-12*

Every time I try to login to link my insta it links me to a random account so weird

### 2/5 — Won’t let you chose default account

*2026-07-10*

Seemed like a decent app and wanted to use it but it auto selects and locks which account to use so if u have a business account it might chose that as the default which makes this unusable for its purpose. Contacted the support but they did there’s no way to change the linked account.

### 3/5 — Good idea but poor functionality

*2026-06-24*

Why do you have to use it in the app and not actually in IG? Is there something I’m missing?

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2026-06-24*

I would like to thank the developers for making this app. Social media platforms are engineered to harvest us like crops and offer no real control tools for time and content management. With this app I have a good mix of staying in touch with my friends and keeping in control of my time and content consumption.

### 1/5 — Cool but not what i was looking for

*2026-02-16*

Does not block the apps or reels.

**Developer response:** Hi, thanks for trying the app. TimeCap can block reels when you browse Instagram through TimeCap itself, but not if you browse through the official Instagram app. Let me know if that’s what you tried, and if it still did not work.
Antonio

### 4/5 — Great app

*2026-02-07*

Great app, could you add a back button in youtube. It would be great if I could get back to the home page without refreshing the sight

**Developer response:** Hi, currently you can go back by swiping from left to right! Let me know by emailing aferrara98@gmail.com if that is not what you mean, or if you need any additional support.
- Antonio

### 5/5 — Finally! Just What I’ve Been Searching For

*2026-01-20*

I’ve been searching high and low for some way to customize how I browse instagram so that I can do so without the temptation of the Reels tab. TimeCap has given me that option and really given me my time and attention span back! You can also limit time on apps all together and remove your Instagram explore page. Highly recommend this app!

### 5/5 — Good app

*2026-01-15*

I’ve been using for more than 8 months now. It’s a good simple app that let’s you use a « dumb » version of Instagram with a timer, i.e. see posts, stories, answer to messages.

I really like it. I don’t spend more than 20mn on Instagram a day vs 1 or 2 hours before, yet I can see all the interesting content and my friends stories, but without the stupidly addictive Reels.

You can’t receive message notification but you get used to it. The app is seriously built and the developper is reactive.

**Developer response:** Thank you! As far as I know, it’s impossible to implement message notifications, so that’s unavoidable. Thanks again for the review, and feel free to reach out to me through the app if you have any questions or feature requests. I’m always happy to hear from people who use my apps.
- Antonio

### 5/5 — Simply amazing

*2026-01-04*

Exactly what you expertes it to be : a way to un good Instagram without having to stop talking to the Friends you usually talk to

### 5/5 — Semplice ed efficace

*2025-01-17*

Fa quello che dice. Consigliata!

## Frequently asked questions about TimeCap

### What social media platforms does TimeCap support for distraction-free browsing?

TimeCap currently supports distraction-free browsing for Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube, and Reddit. It allows you to hide specific distracting content like Reels, Shorts, and For You Pages within these platforms.

### How does TimeCap help manage social media time?

TimeCap allows you to set a time budget for your social media usage. It helps you stay within these limits by providing a distraction-free browsing experience when accessed through the app.

### Can I use TimeCap on devices other than iPhone?

Based on the provided information, TimeCap is currently supported on iPhone devices only. Further platform compatibility details may be available from the developer.

### What are the subscription options for TimeCap Pro?

TimeCap Pro offers weekly, monthly, and yearly subscription plans, all with a 7-day free trial. Pricing includes $2.99/week, $5.99/month, and $29.99/year. There is also a 'Pro Weekly' option at $6.99/week.

### Does TimeCap have ads?

No, TimeCap does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for premium features.

### What is the age rating for TimeCap?

TimeCap has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of social media platforms it integrates with and the user's ability to manage their own usage.

### How often is TimeCap updated?

The latest version of TimeCap was released on February 6, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.

### Does TimeCap work on the official social media apps?

No, TimeCap's distraction-blocking features only apply when you browse social media through TimeCap itself. It does not modify or affect the official social media applications installed on your device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3 — 2026-06-24

Bug fix

### 2.2 — 2026-02-06

New themes
Bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2026-02-02

Bug fixes
Improved onboarding
New customization options

### 2.0 — 2026-01-27

- New design

### 1.9.2 — 2026-01-23

Bug fix

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