The Screen Time Limiter App That Actually Works
Don't just limit screen time—earn it through exercise. Time Out is the only app that turns your daily movement into screen time rewards.
Limit Screen Time Through Fitness Goals
Why Traditional Screen Time Limiters Fail
Most screen time apps rely on willpower alone. Time Out creates automatic motivation through fitness rewards.
❌ Traditional Limiters:
- • Easy to bypass when willpower runs out
- • Create guilt and frustration when limits are exceeded
- • Don't address the underlying need for stimulation
- • Often abandoned within weeks
✅ Time Out's Approach:
- • Physical activity requirement makes bypassing productive
- • Builds positive habits while limiting screen time
- • Satisfies stimulation needs through exercise
- • Creates sustainable long-term behavior change
How Time Out Limits Screen Time Through Fitness
A simple 4-step process that transforms your relationship with both technology and exercise
1. Choose Apps to Limit
Select which apps you want to limit - social media, games, entertainment, or any time-wasting apps.
2. Set Fitness Goals
Define how much movement or exercise is required to unlock each app - steps, workouts, or activity time.
3. Move to Unlock
When you want to use limited apps, complete your fitness requirement first. Exercise becomes your "screen time currency."
4. Track Progress
Monitor both your fitness improvements and more intentional screen time usage through detailed analytics.
Powerful Screen Time Limiting Features
Everything you need to create sustainable screen time habits
Flexible Time Limits
Set daily, hourly, or session-based limits. Earn additional time through physical activity or use fixed daily allowances.
Fitness Integration
Connects with Apple Health to automatically track steps, workouts, and activities. No manual logging required.
Smart Customization
Different limits for different apps, time-based restrictions, and emergency override options for important situations.
Usage Analytics
Detailed insights into your screen time patterns, fitness progress, and behavior changes over time.
Bypass Protection
Prevents easy circumvention while maintaining access to essential functions like calls, messages, and navigation.
Achievement System
Celebrate consistency streaks, fitness milestones, and healthy screen time habits with built-in rewards.
Time Out vs Traditional Screen Time Limiters
See why fitness-based limiting is more effective than willpower alone
| Feature | Time Out | Screen Time | Other Limiters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Builds positive habits | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motivates physical activity | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Productive limit bypassing | ✅ | ❌ | ⚠️ |
| Reduces guilt and frustration | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ |
| Long-term sustainability | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ |
Start Your Screen Time Transformation Today
Try Time Out free for 1 month. No commitment, cancel anytime.
Time Out Premium
1 month trial, then subscription
- ✓ Unlimited app limits and fitness goals
- ✓ Apple Health integration
- ✓ Advanced analytics and insights
- ✓ Custom achievement rewards
- ✓ Priority support
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Time Out different from built-in screen time controls?
While built-in controls rely on willpower and can be easily bypassed, Time Out creates positive motivation through fitness requirements. Instead of fighting the urge to check apps, you satisfy it through healthy movement.
What happens in emergencies when I need my phone immediately?
Time Out includes emergency override options and keeps essential functions like calls, messages, and navigation always accessible. You can also configure emergency contacts that can reach you anytime.
Can I set different limits for different apps?
Yes! You can create custom fitness requirements for each app category. For example, social media might require 1,000 steps while games require a 5-minute workout. This lets you prioritize your most problematic apps.
What if I can't exercise due to injury or disability?
Time Out supports any form of movement that works for your situation. This includes chair exercises, gentle stretching, breathing exercises, or even time-based activities like meditation. The goal is creating mindful breaks, not intense workouts.
How does the app track my fitness activities?
Time Out integrates with Apple Health to automatically track steps, workouts, and activities. For activities not tracked by your device, you can manually log completion or use our built-in timers for time-based challenges.
Transform Screen Time Limits Into Fitness Motivation
Join users who've discovered the power of earning their screen time through movement. Download Time Out and start your free trial today.
✓ Free 1-month trial ✓ Cancel anytime ✓ Works with Apple Health ✓ iPhone compatible