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Clarity OS Blog
Practical writing on why blockers fail, what strict commitment should mean, and how blocking windows keep the decision when the urge arrives.
How to stop yourself from turning off your app blocker
Keep switching off your blocker's Screen Time access on iPhone? Learn how a Screen Time passcode you don't know stops it, and the risk to weigh first.
How blocking windows work in Clarity OS
Set up your first Clarity OS blocking window: choose apps and sites, pick a time, decide between flexible and strict, and check that blocking works.
What “strict mode” should actually mean
Before choosing an app blocker's strict mode, check how early exits work, what it blocks, and whether you can turn off its permissions or remove it.
What “Protected” means in Clarity OS
What does Clarity OS mean by Protected, Last confirmed protected, and Needs Attention? Learn what to check when an app or website still opens.
Why app blockers fail when you need them most
Keep turning off your app blocker? Look at how you get around it, what your settings allow, and what would help you stick with the time you chose.