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Block Native Apps with Foqos

Settings and Safari in Allow Mode require a shortcut to block. You can also use this shortcut if any apps are having trouble being blocked in the App Picker.

Looking to protect Foqos access?

iOS 26.4 added a simpler option

A trusted person can set a separate Screen Time passcode so you cannot casually disable Foqos’s Screen Time access. Use this Shortcuts guide when you are on an older iOS version or also need to block native apps.

Compare both protection methods

Step-by-step instructions

1

Download the Shortcuts App in the App Store

Confirm you have the most updated Shortcuts version.

2

Download the 'Foqos Block' shortcut here

This shortcut will enable Foqos to block native apps like Safari and Settings.

3

Open the Shortcuts App

4

Switch to the "Automation" tab, and tap to create a Personal Automation

5

Select "App"

6

Select "Is Opened" and "Run Immediately", then press "Choose"

7

Choose the app you would like to block with Foqos

Press "Done" after selecting the app and then "Next"

8

Search for 'Foqos Block' and select it

Important: Do not select 'New Blank Automation'. If not appearing, try downloading the shortcut again using the link here.

9

Add the Shortcuts app to all of your Foqos modes

This ensures the automation works when any Foqos profile is active in the app

10

You're good to go!

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