PeerPause: Ask for Screen Time

Friends keep you accountable

Only for iPhone

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.

iPhone

PeerPause is the screen time app that makes app limits harder to ignore. Set daily limits for distracting apps. When time runs out, PeerPause blocks access. Need more time? Ask a real person you trust. Your Time Buddy can approve extra minutes or help you stay paused. No endless snooze button. No quick self-override. Just simple social accountability that helps you stop scrolling and reclaim hours of your day. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose the apps you want to limit. 2. Set your daily screen time limits. 3. Add a trusted Time Buddy. 4. When time runs out, PeerPause blocks the app. 5. Need more time? Send a request. 6. Your Time Buddy approves or denies it. That is it. Simple limits. Real accountability. Less time lost to apps you meant to close an hour ago. KEY FEATURES App Blocking That Sticks: Limit distracting apps like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, games, dating apps, shopping apps, or anything else stealing your attention. Real Time Buddy Accountability: Your Time Buddy is a friend, partner, sibling, or trusted person who can help you follow through when willpower is not enough. Request More Time: Run out of time but genuinely need access? Send a request, explain why, and let your Time Buddy decide. Limit Change Approval: Want to raise, change, or remove a limit? PeerPause helps keep those choices intentional instead of impulsive. No Easy Self-Override: Most screen time tools can be skipped in seconds. PeerPause adds friction right when you are most likely to slip. Private by Design: Your Time Buddy can see requests and approvals. They cannot see your messages, browsing, photos, or private activity inside apps. WHO IS PEERPAUSE FOR? PeerPause is for anyone who wants to spend less time scrolling and more time living. Use PeerPause if you want to: Stop losing hours to social media Build healthier phone habits Focus while studying or working Spend less time on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or games Stay present with your partner, friends, or family Add real accountability to your screen time limits Stop bypassing Apple's Screen Time in seconds WHY IT WORKS Timers are easy to ignore. Accountability is harder to bypass. PeerPause turns screen time limits into a shared commitment. When you hit a limit, you do not have to argue with yourself. You pause, ask, and let someone you trust help you make the better choice. PRIVACY PeerPause uses Apple's Screen Time APIs to manage app limits on your device. Your Time Buddy does not see what you do inside apps. SUBSCRIPTION Some PeerPause features require an active subscription. A free version is available so you can try the core experience before upgrading. Download PeerPause and take back your time. Pause first. Scroll less. Stay accountable. TERMS OF USE https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

  • 5.0
    out of 5
    1 Ratings

Bug fixes and improvements.

The developer, Andrei Tarce, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Linked to You

    The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

    • Contact Info
    • User Content
    • Usage Data
    • Diagnostics

Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More

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Seller
  • Andrei Tarce
Size
  • 91.3 MB
Category
  • Productivity
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
  • iPhone
    Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
  • Mac
    Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
  • Apple Vision
    Requires visionOS 2.0 or later.
Languages
  • English
Age Rating
18+
In-App Purchases
Yes
Copyright
  • © PeerPause