Hourglass: Screen Time Control
Yiqiu Li Productivity iPhoneiPadiPod touch
Hourglass: Screen Time Control is a free Productivity app for iPhone and iPad by Yiqiu Li. Requires iOS 17.0. Updated June 17, 2026.
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 101 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Jun 17
- 2026 · v2.9.4
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About Hourglass: Screen Time Control
Enhance Focus, Reduce Digital Distractions, Cultivate Healthy Screen Habits Whether you're seeking improved productivity, intentional downtime, or an optimized study environment, Hourglass provides the solution. Take control of your digital wellness by strategically blocking distracting applications and social media platforms. Comprehensive Screen Time Management Hourglass is a productivity tool designed to help you manage your digital consumption effectively. By blocking access to distracting applications and social media platforms, it enables focused work sessions while promoting balanced technology use. Key Features - App Blocking: Selectively restrict access to social media, gaming, and other potentially distracting applications that interfere with your objectives - Advanced Screen Time Analytics: Monitor and regulate application usage to maintain optimal digital wellness - Automated Scheduling: Configure time-based, location-based, or Wi-Fi-triggered blocking sessions to maintain focus during work, study, or rest periods - Instant Focus Mode: Activate immediate blocking for selected applications when concentration is needed Optimize Productivity and Digital Wellness Hourglass helps users reclaim time previously lost to mindless scrolling and digital distractions. Focus on meaningful activities—professional responsibilities, academic pursuits, or personal relationships—while maintaining a healthy relationship with technology. Benefits Include: - Goal Alignment: Synchronize your digital environment with personal and professional objectives - Improved Sleep Quality: Implement evening schedules to reduce blue light exposure and enhance rest - Mental Health Support: Create space for mindfulness and relaxation by minimizing digital interruptions - Enhanced Professional Performance: Eliminate workplace distractions to maximize task completion efficiency - Intentional Leisure Time: Schedule automatic device restrictions during family activities or personal hobbies - Academic Excellence: Create distraction-free study environments for improved learning outcomes Accessibility and Pricing Hourglass is available at no cost and includes comprehensive features for developing sustainable digital habits. Begin managing your screen time and increasing productivity immediately. Privacy and Security User privacy is our highest priority. Hourglass utilizes Apple's Screen Time API to ensure secure application blocking while maintaining complete data privacy and security standards. Contact Information Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.hourglasslabs.co Terms of Service: https://www.hourglasslabs.co/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.hourglasslabs.co/privacy
What’s new
Version 2.9.4 · Updated June 17, 2026
- Bug fixes
App privacy
The developer, Yiqiu Li, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
- Usage Data: Product Interaction
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Usage Data: Product Interaction
Used for: Analytics
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