iPhone screen time limits with backup

Take back your time.

An iPhone screen time limit app where extra time needs a trusted buddy.

Download on the App Store See the flow

15 min? Ask a buddy first

Scubi can say no

Hard limits No ignore-limit loophole.

Time Buddies More time needs a friend.

Private Screen Time stays on-device.

Real apps Pick apps and categories.

Requests Ask, approve, or deny.

Real stats See usage, not guesses.

The problem

Your apps are winning.

PeerPause is an accountability app for iPhone Screen Time. It adds the friction your future self keeps asking for.

The average person spends 4h 37m on their phone every day

How it works

Pick distracting apps or categories to pause with iOS Screen Time.

Choose a trusted friend who can review extra time requests.

When you hit a limit, your buddy can approve it or keep you honest.

Private by default

PeerPause uses Screen Time to block apps the moment you hit a limit.

We only send essential setup, limit, and Time Buddy alerts. No spam.

Take back your time with a friend on your side.

Download on the App Store