Prevent Disabling Screen Time Permissions

To prevent Screen Time permissions from being turned off:

1. Open the “Settings” app.

2. Tap “Screen Time”.

3. Tap “Lock Screen Time Settings” and follow the instructions.

Make your Screen Time passcode harder to remember →

Available on iOS 26.4 and later. For the best experience, iOS 27.0 or later is recommended.

Alternative Setup for Older iOS Versions

⚠️ This method is no longer recommended. If possible, update iOS and use the Screen Time passcode method above.

To disable the ability to turn off Screen Time permissions you must:

1. Have an active blocking session.

2. Select “Always Block” or “Unblock Limit” Strict Mode for that active blocking session.

   • Learn more about Strict Modes

3. In the “Strict Mode” settings, at the bottom, turn “Lockdown” on.

4. Set up Apple Shortcuts to work during the active “Lockdown.”

   • Learn more about Advanced Lockdown Setup

This is, unfortunately, the best any third-party app can achieve due to Apple’s complicated setup. Refocus is as good as it gets on the iPhone.