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Block apps – what actually works

Name: FocusKey
Brand: FocusKey
SKU: FOCUSKEY-CARD-001
Price: 24.99 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (127 reviews)

You want to block TikTok, lock Instagram or limit YouTube. Here are all methods – honestly reviewed.

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Why app blocker apps don't work

You've probably tried an app blocker. Freedom, AppBlock, One Sec, Apple's Screen Time or Google's Digital Wellbeing. And you noticed: you bypass them all.

That's not a willpower problem. It's a design problem. When the block lives on your phone, the workaround lives on your phone too.

FocusKey solves this by physically separating control from your phone. Lifting the block requires a physical card. Those ten seconds are enough for your rational mind to catch the impulse.

All methods compared

	FocusKey	Screen Time	App Blockers
Actually blocks apps
No 'Ignore Limit' button
Cannot be bypassed
Works without internet
One-time purchase (no sub)
iPhone & Android
For the whole family

Which apps should you block?

Block TikTok

95 min/day

95 min/day average. The most aggressive algorithm of all apps.

Lock Instagram

53 min/day

Feed, Reels, Stories – three infinite scroll loops in one app.

Limit YouTube

46 min/day

Autoplay and 'Next video' make stopping almost impossible.

Block Twitter/X

34 min/day

Outrage dopamine and breaking news as a constant distraction trap.

Lock Reddit

30 min/day

One click on a thread and you're an hour down the rabbit hole.

Block Games

∞

Daily rewards and loot boxes ensure you keep coming back.

App Blockers: €3-10/month (= €36-120/year) · FocusKey: one-time €24.99

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Frequently asked questions

Can you permanently block apps on iPhone?+

Yes. With iOS Screen Time you can set app limits, but you can bypass them anytime with the passcode or tap 'Ignore Limit'. FocusKey physically blocks apps via NFC card – no password, no bypass option.

Which app blockers work on Android?+

Android offers Digital Wellbeing with app timers. There are also apps like AppBlock, ActionDash or Stay Focused. The problem: all can be uninstalled or bypassed through settings. FocusKey is the only solution that works physically.

What's the difference between app blockers and FocusKey?+

App blockers are software that runs on your phone – and can therefore be bypassed on your phone. FocusKey physically separates control from your device. Put the card away = apps stay blocked. No password, no button, no workaround.

Can my child bypass the app block?+

Digital blocks (Screen Time, Family Link) can often be bypassed – by guessing passwords, resetting settings or using second devices. FocusKey is physical: without the NFC card, blocked apps cannot be opened.

Which apps can I block with FocusKey?+

Any app on your phone. Most users block Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, Twitter/X, Reddit and games.

How much does FocusKey cost compared to app blockers?+

Most app blockers cost €3-10 per month. FocusKey is a one-time purchase from €24.99 – no further costs. After 3-4 months, FocusKey pays for itself compared to any subscription blocker.

Your time belongs to you

Pay once, use forever. No hidden costs, no subscription.

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