TimeBack: Take Back Your Time
Take back your screen time
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Now on iPad. A calm tool for time you want back — set rules, take breaks, stay in control. No account, no tracking; your data stays on your device.
TimeBack helps you build healthier screen habits with powerful, privacy-first tools.
◆ DAILY LIMITS — Set usage limits for any app or category. Auto-blocks when time is up.
◆ BREAK MODE — Force breaks after continuous use to protect your focus and eyes.
◆ SCHEDULES — Block distracting apps during work, study, or sleep hours. Supports overnight schedules.
◆ LOCATION ZONES — Automatically block apps when you enter a specific area like school or office.
◆ CUSTOM BLOCK SCREEN — Personalize the blocking screen with your own icon, message, and unlock method.
◆ GUARDIAN MODE — A separate passcode held by a trusted accountability partner. Prevents rules from being bypassed in a moment of weakness.
◆ ON-DEMAND ACCESS — Optionally allow temporary access with a configurable "Continue" button.
◆ PRIVACY-FIRST — All your TimeBack data stays on your device. We have no server. No accounts, no analytics, no tracking.
Built with iOS Screen Time APIs (FamilyControls, DeviceActivity, ManagedSettings). No account. No ads. No tracking.
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Now on iPad
TimeBack runs on iPad in portrait and landscape — no extra setup.
A quieter Settings page
Each entry now shows only what it does, or its current state.
About TimeBack
New entries for Rate TimeBack, FAQ, Official X, and Share TimeBack.
The FAQ explains common questions in plain language.
Cleaner notification center
Turning off or deleting a rule that's on break now removes related
notifications instead of leaving them behind.
The developer, thomas kiang, 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 Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- thomas kiang
- Size
- 17.8 MB
- Category
- Health & Fitness
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.2 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.2 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 26.2 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 26.2 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 26.2 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
English and 6 more
- English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026 Hominexis
