Simple to set up,
does what it says,
no nonsense.
— App Store review, 5 stars
An app that changes the deal.
You already know you're on your phone too much.
Time Out makes the fix actually stick.
Choose what to lock.
Pick any app — Instagram, TikTok, Reddit.
Any app you reach for without thinking.
Set your condition.
A step count. A schedule. A one-off focus session.
You set the terms.
Go earn it.
The app stays locked until you do. No override.
You earn it, it unlocks.
Questions.
How does Time Out work?
Time Out locks distracting apps like Instagram and TikTok until you complete a fitness goal — such as walking 10,000 steps. Once you earn your steps, the app unlocks automatically. You set the goal; the app enforces it.
Which apps can I lock with Time Out?
You can lock any app on your iPhone — Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, games, news apps, and more. Essential apps like Phone, Messages, and Maps always remain accessible.
Can I bypass the lock?
No. Time Out uses Apple's Screen Time API to enforce locks. The only way to unlock an app is to complete your set fitness goal — steps, a schedule, or a focus session.
What if I can't exercise due to injury or disability?
Time Out is flexible. Set goals based on your ability — from gentle movement to chair exercises or meditation sessions. The app adapts to any fitness level.
Is Time Out free?
Time Out offers a free 7-day trial. After that, it's $3.99/month or $39.99/year. No credit card required to start.
How is Time Out different from Apple's built-in Screen Time?
Apple's Screen Time relies on willpower — you can override limits with a tap. Time Out uses a real-world prerequisite: you must complete a fitness goal before the app unlocks. There's no override button. That's the difference.
You were going to walk anyway.
Takes 2 minutes to set up. Free for 7 days.
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