Remote authorization, safe control

Screen Guardian · ScreenTimeGuardian

A stable, predictable cross-device screen time tool on iOS. Children request extra time or unlock; parents approve on their own device. Need immediate control? One-tap in-app lock. Built on Screen Time and Family Sharing—real control, not gimmicks.

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Screenshots

Parent Dashboard

Screen Guardian parent view on iPhone — iPhone · Tap to enlarge

Screen Guardian parent view on iPad — iPad · Tap to enlarge

Child Dashboard

Screen Guardian child view on iPhone — iPhone · Tap to enlarge

Screen Guardian child view on iPad — iPad · Tap to enlarge

Rules Setup

Who It's For

Parents who want to manage their child's iPhone / iPad usage
Self-disciplined users who want to reduce social media, gaming, and short-video time
Students and professionals who need help staying focused

Core Features

Child requests, parent approves (Free)

When a child needs extra time or unlock until a set time, they submit a request. The parent approves or denies with a password on their own device. Clear, accountable control.

Daily Usage Limit (Free)

Set a daily limit (e.g. 1 hour) for yourself or your child. Works with Screen Time; when the limit is reached, use the request-and-approve flow instead of a blunt lockout.

In-app remote lock (Free)

On the parent home screen, tap the red Lock button next to a child device to lock remotely and block managed apps. Simple and reliable.

Blocked Period (Premium)

Set fixed hours (e.g. 22:00–07:00) to limit managed apps during night or study time.

Remote Management (Premium)

Configure rules, handle unlock requests, and view status from the parent device. Changes sync to the child device.

Subscription

Free: Daily limit, child requests with parent approval, in-app remote lock/unlock, and more.
Premium: Adds blocked period, remote management, and future usage reports. Monthly or annual plans via In-App Purchase; annual includes 7-day free trial. Manage or cancel in iPhone Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions.

For auto-renewable subscriptions, in addition to our Terms of Use, Apple's standard EULA applies. See our Privacy Policy.

Privacy & Security

Works with Screen Time and Family Sharing. No personal data collected beyond what's needed. Rules and approvals stay within your family group. Compliant with Apple privacy and review guidelines.

Setup

Enable Screen Time on iPhone / iPad. For child devices: complete Family Sharing and Screen Time API authorization. Child installs Screen Guardian and joins family; parent creates family and shares the 6-digit code.

To manage screen time more easily and find balance between control and trust, download Screen Guardian.