# Unscreen • Control daily usage — Limit screen time, app blocker

> App and website blocker to reduce screen time and increase focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Denk Alexandru.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscreen-control-daily-usage/id1642460506 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Denk Alexandru](https://appshunter.io/developer/551756299)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 80 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 19 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Japanese, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), American English, Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2022-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscreen-control-daily-usage/id1642460506/reviews.md

## What is Unscreen?

• Lock addictive apps and websites, reduce screen time, create habits, and set boundaries •
• Cut scrolling by 2 hours daily. That's 30 days per year. 3 years in your lifetime •

Unscreen can help you or your family members break screen addiction and focus better by locking addictive apps and websites - scheduling and password protection are included.
You can set recurring sessions or just quick timers, and you can create multiple profiles - leave your device down and disconnect during work or school hours, hangouts, or personal time.

USAGE EXAMPLES
• School time: configure a recurring session to lock all social apps and games from 8 AM to 1 PM every workday
• Dinner with friends: start a session now and lock work and productivity apps only for the next 3 hours
• Important meeting: lock messaging apps and notifications only tomorrow from 2 PM to 4 PM

MAIN PRODUCTIVITY AND HEALTH BENEFITS
• Disconnect, take a break: Overcome screen addiction. Lock or block addictive apps, block websites. Set screen time limits for yourself or family members
• Improve productivity and focus: Stay focused on important tasks. Eliminate distractions during study or work sessions, and reduce procrastination
• Boost wellness and personal growth: Improve your sleep quality, reduce stress and anxiety. Dedicate more time to what matters

FEATURES
• Lock or block addictive apps. Block websites across all browsers
• Secure and private. It can work as a parental control system
• Limit adult websites across all browsers
• Set recurring sessions or just quick sprints, create multiple profiles. For example, you can set a family time session every evening and focus only on that moment
• Protect sessions using a secret password and optionally Face ID or Touch ID. Keep preferences safe, including removal protection
• Password-protected apps will be visible and active on your device, but you cannot use the app until the session ends
• Easy to use, no configuration required

We read your support emails every day, day by day.
Write with confidence any question, feedback, or complaint, and you will receive an answer in a very short period of time.

We offer two auto-renewing subscriptions and a one-time payment option:
• Basic, a 1 Month subscription
• Premium, a 12-month subscription
• Lifetime access: one-time payment only
Prices may vary by location.

Subscriptions will auto-renew unless canceled.
• Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscription may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase.
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period.
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
• Your account will be charged for renewal for the amount of your current subscription within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. All costs for subscriptions are mentioned above.

Privacy Policy
https://alexdenk.eu/subscriptions-privacy-policy.html
Terms of Use
https://alexdenk.eu/subscriptions-terms-of-use.html

## Key features

- Lock addictive apps and websites
- Reduce daily scrolling time
- Set recurring sessions or quick timers
- Create multiple user profiles
- Password and biometric protection
- Parental control features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $8.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $17.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $12.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 31)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscreen-control-daily-usage/id1642460506/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love the new update

*2026-06-28*

Removing delete session button was great idea, unconsciously i was using this button.

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work even with purchase

*2026-02-13*

APP DOES NOT WORK AT ALL WHATOVER. 

I bought the lifetime pass and i’m able to scroll on any app very freely i put the time i liked it to be and it showed me the screen only once and after that not a single time im able to just be on my phone as much as I want. I want an explaination from this, and if there’s nothing else to discuss I would like a refund Wasted my money for nothing

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
But can you give me more details? Please send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and provide me more details and for sure we can find a solution.
Regards.

### 1/5 — Double charge

*2025-07-25*

I already paid for a lifetime subscription for this app over a year ago, and it was totally fine until they updated it and started charging a yearly, monthly, or a different year time subscription that was about 3X what I paid before, they did not honor the purchase I already made and now the app has super limited function, and they’re trying to make me pay again for a lifetime subscription to get it back to its normal working state. Super disappointed.

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
I guess you just needed to restore the purchases - nothing more. But can you give me more details? Please send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and provide me more details and for sure we can find a solution.
Regards.

### 1/5 — Glitching and getting stuck

*2025-03-19*

The application gets hung up way too many times. This happens most recently when I click on apps to lock in a session. In the past, I noticed it when I was selecting too many times at once.

It’s sad because I had already paid 1 year fee for the app. I suggest you to not take money until your basic services are extremely perfect.

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
But can you give me more details? Please send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and provide me more details and for sure we can find a solution.
Regards.

### 5/5 — 请支持中文

*2025-03-16*

非常好的软件 我也算是老用户了 提个小建议 希望后面的更新能增加中文 或在设置里支持语言选项

### 5/5 — Best one for having screen detoxification.

*2025-02-23*

Love the app

### 3/5 — Question

*2025-01-27*

What is the point of the app if I can turn “apps with screen time access” off in the settings? How do I fix it?

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
This is a self-help app and there is no way to permanently block other apps on your phone. Also, Apple will not allow that. But the app makes it much harder to access your app during a session.
You can also send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and I will gladly provide you with more details.
Regards.

### 2/5 — Not enough

*2025-01-12*

This blocks websites at browser level only. Apps can still access those blocked websites. It would be better if the block works across the apps at the device level.

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
Actually if you block a website, no other web browser (Chrome, Opera and so on) can access that website. Can you check again?
You can also send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and I will gladly provide you with more details.
Regards.

### 4/5 — Can you hide setting from menu

*2025-01-08*

When a session is active, can you hide entire Settings menu ?? 

Because currently i can change settings like - End session at runtime..

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.
This is a self-help app and there is no way to permanently block other apps on your phone. Also, Apple will not allow that. But the app makes it much harder to access your app during a session.
You can also send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and I will gladly provide you with more details.
Regards.

### 1/5 — Did not work as intended.

*2024-12-15*

It has an option to select all apps. I selected all apps. After I tried to actually use it, it told me I selected too many apps. Not sure what the point of this is.

**Developer response:** Dear user, Thank you for your review, I'm taking notes of all of them.The app will lock without any issue 50 apps or less, please do not select all your apps.You can also send me an email to hello@alexdenk.eu and I will gladly provide you with more details.Regards.

## Frequently asked questions about Unscreen

### How does Unscreen help reduce screen time?

Unscreen locks addictive apps and websites, allowing you to set limits and create focused sessions. Users report cutting scrolling by up to 2 hours daily, reclaiming significant personal time.

### What are the subscription options for Unscreen?

Unscreen offers a monthly subscription for $2.99, an annual subscription for $8.99, and a lifetime access option. Some annual plans may include a free trial period.

### Can Unscreen be used for parental control?

Yes, Unscreen can function as a parental control system, helping to limit adult websites and manage screen time for family members. It offers secure session protection to prevent unauthorized changes.

### How often is Unscreen updated?

The latest version of Unscreen is 3.1.6, last updated on September 19, 2025. The developer actively reads support emails and aims to provide timely answers and updates.

### What devices is Unscreen compatible with?

Unscreen is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### Can I cancel my Unscreen subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off in account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. No cancellation is allowed during an active subscription period.

### Does Unscreen require an internet connection to work?

The description does not specify if an internet connection is required for all features. However, features like blocking websites across browsers and password protection for sessions are designed to work offline.

### What is the user sentiment towards Unscreen?

Unscreen has a high rating of 4.5 stars from 56 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment. Users appreciate its effectiveness in reducing screen time and improving focus.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.2 — 2026-08-19

• Progress and Insights
• Take a break
• Daily time budgets
• Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.2.1 — 2026-07-21

• Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.2.0 — 2026-06-25

• Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.1.8 — 2026-05-06

• Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.1.6 — 2025-09-19

• The app is now ready for iOS 26

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