Support

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Found a bug, have an idea, or stuck on something? Email us and we'll get back to you, usually within two business days.

Common questions

How do I earn minutes?

Check off a task or chore. Each one adds its reward to your focus bank. You can set the default reward per task in Settings → Default reward, or change it on an individual task.

Why is an app blocked when I still have time?

iOS updates usage and shields on its own schedule, so the shield can lag your balance by a minute or two. Open Distractodo to refresh. If it keeps happening, check that Screen Time access is still on in the iOS Settings app under Screen Time.

When does my balance reset?

Once a day, at the reset time you choose in Settings → Reset time. Your balance goes back to your baseline, which you set in Settings → Baseline balance.

Why doesn't "Usage today" match iOS Screen Time?

Distractodo only counts the apps you've blocked, while Screen Time shows all of your apps. iOS can also take a few minutes to report the latest usage.

How do I change which apps are blocked?

Go to Settings → Blocked apps in Distractodo and edit your selection.

Blocking stopped working. What now?

Check that Distractodo still has Screen Time access: in Distractodo, Settings → Screen Time shows the current status. If access was turned off, turn it back on in the iOS Settings app under Screen Time. Restarting your iPhone can also help after an iOS update.

How do I delete my data?

Delete the app. All of Distractodo's data lives on your iPhone and is removed with it. We don't hold a copy.