Help · 4 steps

What Pauzie Device does

Pauzie Device is a small device that locks the apps that pull you in, so you can put your phone down and actually stay away.

We picked your phone for you. Tap the other one if it's wrong.

Step 1 of 4

Choose your apps

In Pauzie Prime, the app for your device. Instagram, YouTube, games, anything. In the Pauzie Prime app on your iPhone. Instagram, YouTube, games, anything.

What should it lock? A search box and Social & video apps, with Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat ticked

What should it lock? Pick the apps that pull you in. A Choose apps button

Step 2 of 4

Tap to lock

Hold your phone to the device. Those apps lock. Calls, messages and maps keep working.

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Step 3 of 4

Keep it out of reach

On a shelf, in a bag, by the door. The short walk is usually enough to change your mind.

The Lock tab while locked: Locked, 3 apps blocked, Tap your device to unlock

Step 4 of 4

Tap again to unlock

Walk to your device and tap your phone on it. That's the only everyday way back in.

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Done

Did it work?

If yes, you're all set. If not, pick what you see.

Can it lock on its own? Can it stop installs and purchases? I truly need an app now Will it work on my phone? Something else? Contact us

Next up

Set up on AndroidSign in and the 3 permissions. Set up on iPhoneSign in and allow Screen Time.

Fix · Can it lock on its own?

Yes, with schedules

Schedules lock your apps at set times, like every evening or study time. See how →

The Schedules tab: Make it a habit. Schedules lock on their own. An Add schedule button

Fix · Can it stop installs and purchases?

On iPhone, yes

My Rules can block app installs and in-app purchases while you're locked. See how → Not on Android. Pauzie locks the apps you pick. It doesn't block installs, purchases or Settings.

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My Rules: switches for Strict Mode, Block app installs, Block in-app purchases, Block mature content

Fix · I truly need an app now

Use an emergency unlock

It opens everything without the device. You get 3 for life. See how →

Unlock without your device? Lifetime unlocks 3 → 2. Buttons: Use 1 of 3, Keep locked

Fix · Will it work on my phone?

Android or iPhone, with tap-to-pay

It needs the tap-to-pay chip, called NFC. Most phones have it. One device works with one phone. Check →

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