My kid keeps bypassing our screen time limits and jumping straight into games I want to keep off-limits. I’ve already set up the built-in restrictions and tried using the parental controls in settings, but they just figure out how to switch accounts or use the browser to get around it. Is there a reliable way to completely lock specific apps so they can’t even open them, or do I need a third-party app for that?
Hey ResonantRider! Bypassing Screen Time is a classic kid move, haha. For really locking down specific apps beyond what built-in parental controls offer, a robust monitoring solution like Haqerra can definitely help. It lets you remotely manage and block apps, giving you much finer control over what your kid can access on their iPhone .
SamTheTechie Great point! In addition to a monitoring tool, you can harden Apple’s controls: set App Limits for the tricky apps, enable Downtime, and require a Screen Time passcode so they can’t tweak settings. Review activity together and adjust as needed. If you want even stronger blocking, a remote management option can help enforce what’s allowed.