Roots: Screen Time Control 12+

Block Apps & Dopamine Detox

Get Roots, Inc.

    • 4.8 • 312 Ratings
    • Free
    • Offers In-App Purchases

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Description

Roots is the #1 screen time app.  

Set boundaries with your phone, and unlock more time. 

Screen time has a major impact on our mental and physical wellbeing. We're here to help — with better app limits, digital downtime, daily intentions, balance score, and more.

Join thousands of people using Roots to build a better relationship with their phone.

WHAT TO EXPECT
- Better screen time management
- Unlock 2 hours per day
- Stop scrolling mindlessly
- Cure your phone addiction
- Detox from phone dopamine
- Find better balance
- Be more present
- Stay focused

ON-DEMAND BLOCKING
- Start a new blocking session at any time with a simple tap

BETTER APP LIMITS
- Block any app or website based on time limits or number of opens

SCHEDULE DOWNTIME
- Be intentional with "mindful mornings", "evening wind down", and more

PHONE DETOX CHALLENGES
- Personalized challenges to compete with yourself and friends

BLOCK WITH "MONK MODE"
- App blocking that doesn't let you unblock until tomorrow

MONITOR DIGITAL DOPAMINE
- Not all screen time is equal, so we help you understand the impact of each app

DAILY INTENTIONS
- Set intentions for screen time and phone pickups, plus scroll replacements

PERSONAL BALANCE SCORE
- Daily score helps keep you accountable with beautiful illustrations and visuals

SCREEN TIME TRENDS
- View the progress and trends of your screen time journey

BUILD A STREAK
- Build a streak as you stay under limits, earn cheat days and custom app icons


DON’T JUST TAKE IT FROM US

“It's beautiful, and it works” -- Jameston78

“This app does what it says” -- Casper-F

“Worth every penny” -- Thehikingfool


PRIVACY GUARANTEED
We use Apple’s Screen Time API so all of your phone usage data stays on your phone.

TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Auto-Renewing Subscription Options: Roots Plus (Monthly or Annual)
- Terms: https://www.getroots.app/terms
- Privacy Policy: https://www.getroots.app/privacy-policy

What’s New

Version 2.3

Lots of enhancements and bug fixes:

- Added app icons to blocking cards
- Made blocking more reliable and a 
- Fix for app limits kicking in early
- Made the app picker work better
- New dot indicator on tab bar when blocking
- Better support for large font size settings

Have questions or feedback? We’re here for you.

Ratings and Reviews

4.8 out of 5
312 Ratings

312 Ratings

BILLF'nMURRY ,

Be Gone, Doom Scrolling!

Thanks to Roots I finally can take back control of my time and eliminate the habitual scrolling every time I reach for my phone. Almost everyone I know is guilty of grabbing their phone and immediately opening their go to social media app only to blink and realize they just wasted the last 15-30 mins scrolling through memes or sports highlights. I’ve setup multiple rules on roots to eliminate me even being able to open certain apps during dedicated times like first thing in the morning or in the evening when I’m winding down. I’ve also made it so it time constraints how much time I can spend on social media each day. Roots is the self control I wish I always had. Plus Monk Mode is incredible because even when you want to change the rules it won’t let you so you can’t give in to temptation. 10/10 thanks for giving me my time back, Roots!

Developer Response ,

Hey BILLF'nMURRY, thank you so much for your review! It's wonderful to know that Roots has been such a game-changer for you in reclaiming control over your time and curbing habitual scrolling.

We're glad to hear that Roots is providing the self-control you've been seeking. And thrilled to have been able to give you back some valuable time.

If you have any other thoughts or feedback, we're always here for you. All the best!

AlexGunter17 ,

The glitches are too much

I have a pretty bad phone addiction, and I got Roots to support me by offering the time limits for apps and also blocked off time. I paid for the subscription so I could have monk mode and the most access to Roots’ offerings. I had to stop using app specific time limits because I would find myself locked out of apps that I needed after only being awake for three minutes. It would tell me that I timed out of my four hours of time limit for a work necessary app at 6:03 AM when I hadn’t even opened that app. the screen would have the accurate time for my screen usage, but the time limit would be locked anyways. And here I am sitting on my lunch, hoping to have 15 minutes of downtime before heading back into my stressful workday to find that my apps are locked once again when I have no active time limit, and no active blocked out time running. I paid around $30 to find my phone bricked more often than not and while it has significantly reduced my phone time, I also want to be able to use my phone when I find it appropriate. I really hope that these issues can be fixed, and I will be seeking some sort of refund or at least some amount of cheat days added to my account because I should not have to use an entire cheat day that I earned by following my goals because I want to be on my phone for 15 minutes and I’m finding myself locked out. It does not seem fair to the user and I am very dissatisfied with that.

Developer Response ,

Hi Alex, 

We are very sorry about your experience. That has to be so frustrating and is absolutely not what Roots is all about. Thank you for letting us know, and for the honest feedback.

There is a small bug that can cause app limits to block too early for a small percentage of users in some cases (should be completely fixed in the next release), and a certain setting on your phone that can cause issues if it’s not properly configured.

First, we will absolutely send you a refund immediately. We’ll also give you lifetime access to premium for the hassles.

Second, we’d love to work with you to troubleshoot the issue you’re having and get it fixed. We’ll even pay you a separate “bug bounty” for the help. Please contact us via email so we can help!

Thank you, and again I apologize that you’ve had a negative experience so far.
I look forward to making things right for you.

Best,
Clint Jarvis
Founder, Roots

Nastenadhaia ,

It helps a lot with ADHD symptoms

I can’t find the words to express how Roots is saving my life. I’ve been using this app for three weeks, and my life has started to change. I have ADHD and two kids, and I’m also very addicted to social media, which has been ruining my life. I set a goal to leave social media, but I have to do it gradually because the addiction is very strong.

I read a recommendation for Roots on Reddit and decided to install it. The first two weeks were difficult, but I was amazed at how I actually followed the app’s guidance and didn’t try to find ways to unlock my apps. Today is the day after the election, and I’m participating in the “Post-Election Detox” challenge—it’s such a relief. I’m not scrolling through news feeds, and my world is not in chaos today. Thank you so much 🙏

Developer Response ,

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review, Nastenadhaia! We're incredibly happy to hear that Roots has been able to support you in managing your ADHD and social media habits. It’s inspiring to know that the app is helping you take steps towards reclaiming your time and peace of mind. The journey can be tough, especially when breaking habits, but your dedication is truly admirable. We’re grateful you’ve chosen Roots to be part of your transformation, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 🙌

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App Privacy

The developer, Get Roots, Inc., 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
  • Identifiers
  • Usage Data
  • Diagnostics

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

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