CTRL – iOS app enforcing unbypassable phone usage limits

Summary: CTRL is an iOS app that enforces strict phone usage limits using Apple's Family Controls framework. It blocks distracting apps, sets focus sessions, and tracks usage, preventing users from overriding restrictions like with Screen Time.

What it does

CTRL uses Apple's Family Controls entitlement to enforce app blocks and focus sessions that cannot be bypassed. It tracks phone usage over time to help users manage screen time effectively.

Who it's for

It is designed for users who struggle to limit their phone use and find existing tools like Screen Time ineffective.

Why it matters

CTRL addresses the problem of easily overridden screen time limits by enforcing real restrictions to reduce excessive phone use.