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About GritMode: App Blocker

GritMode helps you pause before opening distracting apps. Choose an app to block with Apple Screen Time, complete a short activity, and earn minutes of access. When the granted time ends, the restriction returns. HOW DOES IT WORK? 1. Pick the apps you want to use more intentionally. 2. Choose an activity and earn minutes: for example, push-ups or a walk. 3. Spend earned minutes on access. Your selected apps are restricted again when time runs out. WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN I USE? GritMode supports push-ups, squats, crunches, plank, steps, and a breathing exercise. Camera-based repetition counting runs on your iPhone. Steps use Apple Health when you choose that option. You can adjust exercise rates and see your earned balance and activity history. IS GRITMODE FREE? Yes. Every feature is free, with no subscription, trial, or in-app purchase. WHAT ACCESS DOES IT NEED? Screen Time / Family Controls is required to choose apps, apply restrictions, and grant access for earned time. Camera access is used for supported exercise counting. Apple Health access is optional and only needed for steps. Notifications are optional. GritMode is for anyone who wants a simple pause between an impulse and opening an app.

What’s new

Version 1.2.0 · Updated October 14, 2026

A simpler path from blocked app to earned access: clearer setup, one primary action on the home screen, and more accurate labels for granted minutes. Existing earned balances and settings stay in place.

App privacy

The developer, Oleksandr Biriulin, reported these privacy practices to Apple.

Data Linked to You

The following data, which may be collected and linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:

  • Health & Fitness: Fitness
  • Purchases: Purchase History
  • Location: Coarse Location
  • Identifiers: User ID, Device ID
  • Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data, Other Usage Data

Used for: Analytics, Product Personalization, App Functionality

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