AppBlock on iOS

Strict Mode acts like a digital “policeman”, ensuring that your Schedules and QuickBlock settings can’t be bypassed. To use Strict Mode, you must have either QuickBlock or Schedules set up.

Here’s how you can configure it:

Choose an access method that best suits your needs. You can select from the following options:

• Timer Condition: This option locks your settings for a specified duration (e.g., one week). Once activated, you won’t be able to change your Schedules, QuickBlock, or deactivate Strict Mode until the timer expires.
• Follow Schedules Condition: This option locks your settings whenever any of your Schedules are active. When no schedules are active, you’ll be able to make changes. However, note that even if Strict Mode is tied to just one Schedule, all other Schedules will also be locked from modification while Strict Mode is active.
• PIN Code or Charger Unlocking: These are less strict options. You can unlock and make changes to your settings by entering a PIN code or connecting your device to a charger.
• Cooldown: This feature allows you to set a waiting period (2 to 10 minutes) on the Strict Mode screen before you can deactivate Strict Mode. It’s designed to make you think twice before deactivating Strict Mode, giving you time to reconsider your decision.
• Approval: You can set up a partner’s email, such as a family member, friend, or trusted coworker, to unlock Strict Mode. If you need to deactivate Strict Mode, an email will be sent to them, and they can approve or deny your request to deactivate it.

Strict Mode provides a range of options to keep you on track, ensuring you stick to your goals without the temptation to easily turn off your blocks.

Additional Options:

You can also choose from additional options to define what will be blocked during Strict Mode:

• Lock Blockings in App: This option is always enabled when you turn on Strict Mode and cannot be turned off. It ensures that Strict Mode fulfills its purpose.
• Disable App Uninstalling: When this option is enabled, you won’t be able to uninstall any applications, including AppBlock.
• Disable Installation of New Apps: This feature hides the App Store, preventing the installation of new apps.
• Prevent Time Change: You will not be able to change the time on your device.

Important: Be careful and make sure you have the correct settings before turning on Strict Mode, especially if it’s your first time. This will help prevent unintentional blocking of an app or website for too long, as you may not be able to unblock it once Strict Mode is activated.

Figure out what’s blocking you:

• Schedule/Quick Block without active Strict Mode: Simply adjust or disable the schedule.
• Strict Modeis activated: Fulfill the deactivation condition:
  • Use a Charger, PIN Code, ask your Approval contact to deactivate SM for you or wait for the Timer/Follow schedules condition to expire (if no PIN/Charger/Approval deactivation method is set).

Urgent unblock (Strict Mode deactivation):

1. Open the AppBlock app and go to Contact support.
2. Type “Contact support” in the chat to skip the chatbot and access the support form.
3. Select “Emergency Unblocking” 
4. The first time you do this, you’ll be guided through a short emergency flow with a few questions.
   • Once completed, Strict Mode will be disabled once.
   • If you need to use it again in the future, you’ll be asked to rewrite a specific string at the end of the flow to prevent you from bypassing the Strict Mode easily.

If You’re Using an Older App Version (below 3.14.4):

If your version doesn’t include the emergency flow, we can help you manually.
We’ll send you a one-time unlock code to disable Strict Mode and remove the PIN (if one was set).

If you have any other problems, don’t be afraid to reach out to us.

If you find it too easy to pause your Schedules and want to avoid temptation, we have the perfect solution for you—Strict Mode! 😊

Strict Mode locks your Schedules and QuickBlock settings, making them unchangeable. Here’s how you can enable it:

• Choose an access method: Select the method that best suits your needs for locking your settings.
• Activate Strict Mode: Go to the Strict Mode tab in the app.