Scrye
Made for people who can't put their phone down
Scrye launched on June 26, 2026 with 3 votes, #6,658 of 22,647 launches that month and more than 50% of that year's launches.
What it does
Scrye is a screen time app that actually enforces your limits. Set a daily limit, block the apps that take the most, and schedule focus sessions for when you need to lock in. Unlike Apple's built-in Screen Time, Scrye makes bypassing a block intentionally difficult — you set the friction yourself. Track your streak, see your time saved, and watch the habit actually stick. Built by a solo dev who wanted a solution that didn't cost $100 / year.
Scrye — Take back your time. A focus app for iOS that turns screen time into a commitment you actually keep.
We all spend too long on our phones. Scrye helps you spend less — and shows you what you get back. Choose how long you want each app for each day. When your time's up, the app is blocked until tomorrow. If you really need a blocked app, you can still open it — after a short wait. You choose how long the wait is and how many times a day you're allowed. Set focus sessions for work, study, or winding down. Pick the apps to block and when — by time, place, or both — and Scrye handles the rest. See your streak, your milestones, and how much time you've saved — this week and all-time. Every day under your limit adds up. Be honest about how much you're on your phone. Scrye turns that number into…from scrye.ca
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