Block Distractions.
Build Intention.
Other app blockers just lock you out. Time Shields asks why you're reaching for your phone and help you do something meaningful instead.
iOS only. No account required. Your data stays on your device.
Does your Screen Time look like this?
You block apps, the block expires, you're back to scrolling. Or you use Screen Time, tap "ignore limit," and feel worse.
The real problem isn't willpower. It's that blocking alone doesn't give you anything better to do.
Instead, you could have been doing any of these
Flexible blocking that actually works
Block TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or any app that distracts you. Create unlimited shields with no way to bypass them.
Schedule-Based Blocking
Block apps during specific times like midnight to 11am, or weekday mornings. Perfect for protecting focus time and building healthy morning routines.
Daily Time Limits
Set daily usage limits like 1 hour of social media on weekdays. Once you hit the limit, the app stays blocked for the rest of the day.
Granular Control
Block individual apps, entire categories, or specific websites. Control exactly what distracts you most, whether it's Instagram, all social media, or news sites.
Commitment Tracking
See how long you've kept your shields active without changing them. Build accountability by honoring your original intentions instead of constantly adjusting.
Unlimited Shields
Create as many shields as you need for different contexts. Work shield for weekdays, weekend shield for social media, evening shield for better sleep—customize to your life.
The Best Alternative to Opal and Brick
Looking for a TikTok blocker, Instagram blocker, or YouTube blocker? Time Shields blocks any app or website that distracts you. Whether it's social media, news sites, or games. Unlike Opal or Brick, Time Shields asks why you're reaching for your phone and helps you redirect that energy into something meaningful. It's also cheaper and has more features beside app blocking.
What you can block: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter (X), Reddit, Snapchat, WhatsApp, Netflix, news apps, games, or any app that pulls you away from what matters. Works as an app blocker and website blocker for iOS.
Blocking is Step One. Reflection is What Changes Everything.
When you try to open a blocked app, you don't just see a lock icon. You see a question that makes you pause.
The block creates the space. What you fill it with is up to you. You can open Activities Matter to reflect on your day, see how often you read a book this year, set a commitment to see friends once a week, or get inspired to do something meaningful.
What you could do instead
Your privacy matters
Most app blockers have access to everything you do on your phone—every app you open, every website you visit, how long you spend in each one. They can track your digital life down to the second.
We don't do that. We don't track what you block. We don't track what you open. We don't collect usage data. All your data stays on your device. No account required.
Learn more about our privacy approach →Simple, transparent pricing
Free to start, upgrade when you need more
Annual and monthly options available
Free
- 2 Time Shields
- Core app features
Core
Billed yearly
- Unlimited Time Shields
- Full app access
Ready to stop scrolling and start
living intentionally?
Download Activities Matter and take control of your time.
iOS only. Free to start. Your data stays yours.