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Focus Fence
What it is
Focus Fence blocks selected apps and websites based on where you are, with rules for places such as school, work, or home. Choose a location on a map and adjust its boundary; the rule applies when you arrive and stops when you leave. Schedules provide another way to set when blocking applies. You can block chosen distractions or allow only essential apps and websites, and Emergency Unblock provides temporary access for exceptions. Focus Fence requires Screen Time and location access. Its minimalist launcher can be added as a Home Screen widget. The maker says configuration is stored on the device, without a Focus Fence server or account database for its rules. Optional sync is off by default and uses Apple's iCloud key-value storage for selected setup data. The app uses TelemetryDeck for anonymous usage statistics, which it says are not used for tracking or advertising. It does not access contacts, display ads, or share data with third parties for marketing. iOS requires version 18.0 or later; Mac support requires macOS 15.0 or later and an Apple M1 chip or later. Plans include a free download with in-app purchases, $4.99 per month, $14.99 per year, and $24.99 once for lifetime access.
For and against
For
- Rules start on arrival and stop on departure.
- Can block distractions or allow only essentials.
- Includes scheduled blocking and temporary Emergency Unblock.
- Configuration is stored on the device.
- Free download with in-app purchases available.
Against
- Requires Screen Time and location access.
- Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
- Mac support requires macOS 15.0 or later and Apple M1 or later.
- Paid plans are $4.99 monthly, $14.99 yearly, or $24.99 once.
The verdict
Focus Fence combines location-based and scheduled rules with options to block selected distractions or allow essentials. Check device requirements and the paid plan terms if the free download does not cover your needs.
Who it suits
Focus Fence suits people who want different app and website rules for school, work, and home, or who want scheduled blocking. It is for users with compatible Apple devices who can grant Screen Time and location access.
Plans and prices
Free
Free download; in-app purchases available
Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Monthly
Focus Phone subscription
Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Annual
Focus Phone subscription
Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Lifetime
Lifetime access
Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
On the record
- Analytics
- The app uses TelemetryDeck for anonymous usage statistics and says they are not used for tracking or advertising.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Audience
- The maker presents the app for routines at school, work, and home, with different distractions managed by place.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Blocking modes
- Users can block selected apps and websites or allow only their essentials.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The App Store listing says the app requires iOS 18.0 or later and supports Macs with macOS 15.0 or later and an Apple M1 chip or later.apps.apple.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Data handling
- The policy says the app does not access contacts, display ads, or share data with third parties for marketing purposes.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Emergency access
- Emergency Unblock provides temporary access for exceptions.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Launcher
- The app includes a minimalist launcher that can be added as a Home Screen widget.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Location rules
- Rules activate on arrival and stop applying when the user leaves; schedules can also be added.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Optional sync
- Sync is off by default and shares selected setup data through Apple's iCloud key-value storage rather than a Focus Fence-operated server.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Place setup
- Users find a place on a map and adjust its boundary.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Configuration is stored on the device, and the app does not operate a server or account database for its rules.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Focus Fence blocks selected apps and websites when the user arrives at chosen places such as school, work, or home.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Requirements
- The site says Focus Fence requires Screen Time and location access.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker invites users to contact [email protected] with questions, feedback, or issues.getfocusfence.com · read 4 Oct 2026
