Enable App blocking on mobile devices

ScreenCoach blocks the child from using apps on mobile devices (as well as desktops).

If ScreenCoach is not running on the mobile device, the Apps will be blocked! (once set up correctly)

This video detailed explains concepts & how to set it up

https://vimeo.com/screencoach/blocking-apps

To see a demo of this working, click here (Version/UI of ScreenCoach may differ as we continue to evolve).

Note we use Apple's Screen-time Controls to block on iPhones & iPads (on iOS 15 and above)

It works best if you have an Apple family setup because the kids can't turn it off!

Note, Apple families only support children under the age of 18.

Apple only supports Screen Time options on iOS 15 or later.

On Apple mobile devices, you must have an Apple family set up with at least one Parent and One Child and enable Apple Screen time for the child (note this is a free Apple feature)

**For instructions on how to set up blocking for Apple Families, Click here

If you can't use an Apple family or you have a child over 18, you can still use another method with iOS 16 or later to block apps with ScreenCoach click here for instructions -

Note: Follow the instructions in the article after setting up all necessary permissions for ScreenCoach under Settings > App Settings on Child device.

**For instructions on how to set up blocking on Android devices, Click here

Updated on: 31/05/2025