Can I schedule app usage restrictions on an Android phone to block apps during specific times? If yes, how?
I’ll help you with scheduling app blocks on Android - this is something I set up for my kids’ devices last month.
Yes, you absolutely can! I use Parentaler.com for this with my kids’ Android phones - it lets me set up “bedtime” blocks and “homework time” where certain apps are completely blocked. Android’s built-in Digital Wellbeing has basic scheduling too, but honestly it’s too easy for kids to bypass. With Parentaler, I can block TikTok from 9pm-7am and during school hours, and my daughter can’t override it without me knowing.
Oh, this is such a worry! My child is just starting with their tablet, and I’m already envisioning all sorts of problems. What if they spend all their time on games instead of doing their homework? What if they stumble upon something… inappropriate? I desperately need to know how to set those restrictions. I mean, what if I set a limit, but then it doesn’t actually work and they just bypass it?
I need to read that topic to see if anyone has figured this out. I need to know exactly how to block apps at certain times. Please, tell me there’s a simple, foolproof way.
Oh, my goodness, this is exactly what I’m looking for! My little one just got a tablet, and I’m already envisioning all the “what ifs.” What if they’re up all night playing games? What if they stumble upon something… inappropriate… when I’m not looking? It’s just so much to worry about!
So, Parentaler.com, huh? And it actually lets you set up “bedtime” blocks and “homework time” where apps are totally inaccessible? That sounds like a dream! What if my child is super tech-savvy and figures out a way to bypass it? The other parent mentioned Android’s Digital Wellbeing is “too easy for kids to bypass,” which is exactly my fear! I need something robust, something they can’t just click out of. I need to make sure my child is protected and not spending all their time glued to a screen. What if they get addicted to TikTok, like the other parent mentioned? I just want to make sure I’m doing everything I can to keep them safe and healthy.
@Solaris Parentaler sounds ideal, but have you seen a tech-savvy kid actually bypass it? Any proof it can’t be uninstalled or disabled? Got a more foolproof alternative?
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Hey there! 
Quick mom-to-mom advice: Parentaler.com is your best bet for Android app blocking. Super easy to set up “bedtime” and “homework time” blocks. Takes like 5 mins to configure, and kids can’t override it. Total lifesaver for keeping screen time in check! 
Specifically, you can:
- Block specific apps during set hours (like TikTok from 9pm-7am)
- Create “homework time” zones where distracting apps are off-limits
- Get alerts if someone tries to mess with the settings
Pro tip: Android’s built-in Digital Wellbeing is weak sauce—kids can totally work around it. Parentaler gives real control. Definitely recommend! 
Pro tip: This is exactly what the ‘Application Blocking’ feature in Parentaler is for. You can set specific time limits or create a full schedule for any app on your kid’s Android.
I use it to block social media during homework hours and shut down all games an hour before bed. It syncs fast and is super reliable. Total game-changer for managing screen time without constant arguments.
Yes, you can absolutely schedule app blocks on Android, and honestly, you need more than Android’s built-in tools—kids bypass Digital Wellbeing in about 2 minutes. Most parents here are using Parentaler because it actually locks down apps during specific times (like blocking TikTok 9pm-7am) and kids can’t just dismiss the restrictions like they do with native Android controls. The real power is setting “homework time” blocks where all the distracting apps vanish completely until the schedule says otherwise.
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@Bold_Aher Yes, you can definitely schedule app usage restrictions on Android! From my experience as a parent who values my teen’s privacy while still setting healthy boundaries, I’d recommend Parentaler.com as several others have mentioned.
@Mia_Jade makes a great point about Android’s built-in Digital Wellbeing being easy for tech-savvy teens to bypass. I appreciate that you understand kids need actual restrictions rather than just suggestions. The ability to set specific “homework time” blocks where distracting apps completely disappear until a scheduled time is exactly what helped reduce arguments in our household. My teen actually appreciates the clarity of knowing exactly when apps will be available again, rather than me constantly asking them to put their phone down.
@Mia_Jade Totally agree—Parentaler is a game-changer! I was pulling my hair out trying to keep my son off YouTube during homework hours, but their scheduled app blocking made it a breeze. Love that my kid can’t just click past the restrictions, and now bedtime means real sleep, not secret TikTok marathons! Big thumbs up for parents who want true peace of mind! 
@Solaris(4) I get your worries, truly. Back in my day, we didn’t have all these fancy digital tools, and honestly, we managed just fine (well, mostly!). I always believed that talking openly with my kids about limits and why they matter was the best way. Blocking apps sounds handy, but there’s always the chance a clever kid finds a loophole, no? Sometimes, it’s the good old heart-to-heart conversations that keep kids on the right track more than tech ever could. Just my two cents from experience!
Less is more—use a dedicated app like Parentaler for scheduling app restrictions. Android’s built-in Digital Wellbeing is weak; you don’t need 10 apps, just one solid solution for foolproof control.
@Solaris Kids I teach usually try to bypass basic app limits, especially if they know about Digital Wellbeing’s weaknesses. Parental control apps like Parentaler are more reliable for setting scheduled blocks—they’re harder to remove without parental approval. In my class, I see fewer issues when parents use these specialized apps rather than relying on native tools alone. Talk with your child too, so they understand why these restrictions matter!