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App blocker not working

App blocker needs a development or production native build; Expo Go is not enough.

iOS requires Screen Time / Family Controls; Android requires Usage access and Overlay.

In the app

Settings → Focus tools → App blocker

Steps

  1. 1

    Confirm build type

    Use a development or store native build, not Expo Go.

  2. 2

    Set a mode other than Off

    Choose During focus, Always on, or Bedtime.

  3. 3

    Select apps

    Add apps via Search installed apps or Common distractions and confirm Selected count.

  4. 4

    Test During focus

    If mode is During focus, start a Focus session with Start focus and open a blocked app to see That app is shielded.

Tips

  • App blocker is not Pro-locked.
  • Bedtime window often defaults near 23:00-07:00 and can sync from sleep prefs.

Still stuck?

Open Settings → Help & policies → Contact Elovia. Include your device, OS version, account email, screenshots, and the steps to reproduce.