Dopamine Barrier: App Blocker
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Only for iPhone
Free · In‑App Purchases
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok... Are these apps stealing your time without you realizing it?
Dopamine Barrier helps you block specific apps for a set period, preventing unnecessary usage and making your day more productive.
Recommended for:
Those who don’t want to use certain apps but open them out of habit
Those who unconsciously open apps and waste time
Subscription Pricing and Terms:
Dopamine Barrier offers an auto-renewing subscription that provides access to Focus+ features as long as your subscription remains active.
The monthly subscription is approximately $0.99 USD (prices may vary by country).
Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the time of purchase. Unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, your Focus+ subscription will automatically renew.
Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the renewal cost will be displayed.
After purchase, you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings.
If you were using a free trial, any remaining trial time will be forfeited once a subscription is purchased.
For more details, please refer to the following links:
Terms of Use: https://dopamine-barrier-web.vercel.app/en/terms
Privacy Policy: https://dopamine-barrier-web.vercel.app/en/privacy
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more YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Pamine Reminder: on evenings you forget to block, Pamine sends you a gentle nudge. Pick the reminder time that suits you in Settings.
- Turn a successful block into a weekly routine with a single tap.
2.20.0 3d ago
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Scheduled start: Set your barrier to begin automatically after a delay you choose. (Focus+)
[Improvements]
- Improved blocking stability so the shield stays reliably active and recovers on its own.
2.19.4 Jul 17
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- The 5-minute break now unlocks and restores blocking more reliably, even when used multiple times in a row.
- Barrier state refreshes more smoothly so blocks respond without needing an extra refresh.
- App deletion protection now reflects your setting changes more quickly.
2.19.3 Jul 7
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- Blocking now restores more reliably after a 5-minute break ends.
- Barrier settings are refreshed more smoothly so active blocks apply without needing an extra refresh.
- App deletion protection now reflects your setting changes more quickly.
2.19.2 Jun 26
• Scheduled barriers: set a barrier to start automatically at the time you choose
• Clear guidance when a barrier fails to activate
• Stability improvements and bug fixes
2.19.1 Jun 11
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Need a few extra minutes before focusing? You can now start blocking a few minutes after your scheduled block start time.
2.19.0 May 20
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- GA logs have been refined in more detail, helping us better understand your experience and improve Dopamine Barrier with greater care.
2.18.1 May 6
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- We’ve officially connected GA analytics through Firebase to better understand your journey.
- With more thoughtful data insights, we’ll keep making Dopamine Barrier smoother, smarter, and more helpful for your daily focus.
2.18.0 Apr 29
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- German localization has been added! Our German users can now experience Dopamine Barrier more naturally in their own language.
2.17.1 Mar 3
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- A new user agreement consent flow has been added, helping you start with clarity and trust from the very first step.
[Improvements]
- The app logo has been refreshed, reflecting a calmer and more focused identity.
2.17.0 Jan 23
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time?
Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- Fixed an issue where some users encountered errors during onboarding, so your very first setup now feels smoother and more reassuring.
2.16.1 12/23/2025
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Santa Mini Share Event!!! Share the app with your friends and receive Santa Mini for free!
- A warm and cheerful *Santa Mini* has joined the family.
- The gentle and soft *First-Snow Mini* is now here to brighten your day.
2.16.0 12/22/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Added an ON/OFF toggle for the “App Deletion Prevention” feature, for those who don’t need strict deletion protection.
- New seasonal character: Maplemini! Enjoy the high-quality autumn-themed Maple Mini~!
2.15.0 11/17/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- The long-awaited “Next Day Routine” feature is finally here! Now, you can block addictive apps all night and through the morning!
- To thank our Nigerian users for their amazing support, we’re introducing a new character — Naija Pamini~!
2.14.1 11/04/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- The long-awaited “Next Day Routine” feature is finally here! Now, you can block addictive apps all night and through the morning!
- To thank our Nigerian users for their amazing support, we’re introducing a new character — Naija Pamini~!
2.14.0 10/31/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- Improved awkward English translations~!
If you notice any strange or unnatural translations, please let us know anytime!
2.13.2 10/29/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Character Release]
- Winter is already here... Do you miss the spring? Springmini has arrived~!
[Improvements]
- We’ve drastically reduced the app size~!
2.13.0 10/22/2025
Are YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time?
Experience a life transformed with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
Using apps for "just 5 minutes" won’t be that easy anymore!
- Added ON/OFF toggle for the “Just 5 Minutes” feature (based on user feedback)
- “Just 5 Minutes” feature can no longer be purchased with points
Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed issue where selected character reset unintentionally
- Improved UI and minor stability enhancements
[Coming Soon]
- Look forward to the new pink character in the next version!
2.12.0 10/21/2025
Are You Losing Time to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… apps you open without thinking?
Experience a new life with the latest update of Dopamine Barrier.
[Widget Release]
- Dopamine Barrier Widgets are here! Instantly block distracting apps right from your home screen.
[Coming Soon]
- Stay tuned for the new Pink Character arriving in the next version!!
2.11.00 10/06/2025
Do YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… steal your time without you even realizing it?
Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- Improved usability of Barrier Groups!
- Fixed bugs in Streak Tracking!
[Coming Soon]
- Look forward to the new pink character in the next version!
2.10.4 09/18/2025
Do YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… steal your time without you even realizing it?
Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[Improvements]
- Ads completely removed! (The previous “Unlock by watching ads” has been replaced with the new Random Quiz Barrier.)
- Improved Barrier Group UI! (Tap the cards to edit your Barrier Groups.)
- Enhanced Streak Tracking feature!
[Coming Soon]
- Look forward to the new pink character in the next version!
2.10.3 09/11/2025
Do YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… steal your time without you noticing?
Experience a changed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Feature]
- Added Streak Tracking!
[Coming Soon]
- Look forward to the new pink character in the next version.
2.10.02 09/09/2025
Are apps like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok stealing your time without you even realizing it?
Experience a new life with the latest changes in Dopamine Barrier.
- Add to Home Screen
- Various auroras for your Home Screen
- Fix bug: Unlock barrier after making a phone call
Look forward to even more features coming to your Home Screen soon!
2.10.00 09/03/2025
Japanese support available!
2.0.9 07/17/2025
Annual plan added!
New random quizzes included!
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
2.0.8 07/15/2025
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok… Are those apps stealing your time? Experience a transformed life with the new updates from Dopamine Barrier.
[New Features]
- Pamine Reminder: on evenings you forget to block, Pamine sends you a gentle nudge. Pick the reminder time that suits you in Settings.
- Turn a successful block into a weekly routine with a single tap.
more Version 2.20.0 3d ago
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