Distraction Locking
Lock selected apps and website categories during reading sessions using Screen Time.
ReadLock
Lock distracting apps, stay focused, and finish the books you start.
What is ReadLock?
Section titled “What is ReadLock?”ReadLock is a focus app, that helps you read more books by reducing your mobile distractions during your reading time.
You pick distracting apps/websites, and during your scheduled reading session ReadLock uses Apple Screen Time APIs to temporarily block them—so you can focus. When the session ends, open ReadLock and update your reading progress/notes to unlock apps again.
Key features
Section titled “Key features”Hardcopy or Softcopy
Read physical books or ebooks—just update your pages and notes in ReadLock.
Reading Sessions
Set your routine (morning / afternoon / evening) and stay consistent.
Progress Tracking
Track pages read, mark chapters completed, and continue where you left off.
Notes & Takeaways
Save chapter notes and key lessons while you read.
Book Library
Add books, edit details, organize by categories, and keep everything tidy.
How it works (quick)
Section titled “How it works (quick)”- Open ReadLock and continue as Guest (or sign in).
- Go to Locked Apps → Add, grant Screen Time permission, and choose apps/categories/websites to lock.
- Start your reading session (or use the default schedule if you’re on the free plan).
- When the session is active, opening a locked app shows the ReadLock shield screen.
- When the session ends, open ReadLock → open any book → Update Progress → Save.