Unfortunately due to restrictions put in place by Apple, Safari and the Settings app can’t be blocked directly through the Padlock app (or any other screen time app) by default. In order to block them you’ll need to set up an automation in the Shortcuts app and then block the Shortcuts app using Padlock so that you can’t disable the automation while the phone is locked.
The below instructions work when blocking both Safari and the Settings app, there is a video demonstrating the instructions in the list at the bottom of the page:
Unfortunately due to restrictions put in place by Apple, Safari and the Settings app can’t be blocked directly through the Padlock app (or any other screen time app) by default. In order to block them you’ll need to set up an automation in the Shortcuts app and then block the Shortcuts app using Padlock so that you can’t disable the automation while the phone is locked.
The below instructions work when blocking both Safari and the Settings app, there is a video demonstrating the instructions in the list at the bottom of the page:
Unfortunately due to restrictions put in place by Apple, Safari and the Settings app can’t be blocked directly through the Padlock app (or any other screen time app) by default. In order to block them you’ll need to set up an automation in the Shortcuts app and then block the Shortcuts app using Padlock so that you can’t disable the automation while the phone is locked.
The below instructions work when blocking both Safari and the Settings app, there is a video demonstrating the instructions in the list at the bottom of the page:
Open the Shortcuts App: Find the Shortcuts app on your iPhone and open it
Go to the Automation Tab: At the bottom of the screen, you'll see three tabs: "My Shortcuts," "Automation," and "Gallery." Tap on "Automation."
Create a New Personal Automation: Tap on the "+" icon in the top right corner of the screen.
Choose "App" as the Trigger for the Automation: iOS allows you to choose from a variety of triggers for your automation. Search for and choose "App."
Set to "When the Settings App is Opened": Next to App, tap "Choose," then search for and select the "Safari" App. Tap "Done" on top right. Then select "Is Opened." Select "Run Immediately," and disable "Notify When Run." Tap "Next" on the top right.
Select New Blank Automation: After you've selected your trigger, you'll be taken to the "Actions" screen. Here, tap on "New Blank Automation."
Add the "Get Status" Action: Click the "Search Actions bar," and then type Padlock. Tap on the action called "Is Phone in Padlocked Mode?" from the list of Padlock actions to add it to your automation.
Add "If" Action: You'll need to add an "If" Action to ensure that this automation will only trigger when your phone is in Padlocked mode, and not otherwise. To do this, select "If" from next Action suggestions, or you can search for "If" in the search bar. Once you have done this, you should see "If Is Phone In Padlocked Mode?"
Pull up the same sheet: Click on the "Search Actions" search bar again, and type "Open App." Select the "Open App" action from the list.
Choose the Padlock App to Open: After you've added the "Open App" action, you need to specify which app to open. Tap on the blue "App" text and select the Padlock app from the list of apps that appear. Then tap "Done."
Drag "Open Padlock" Under "If" Action: Next, you'll need to drag and drop the "Open Padlock" action right under the "If" condition. You can do this by tapping and holding your finger on the "Open Padlock" Action, then dragging your finger to the correct location.
Finalize the Automation: Once you've set up the "If" condition and the "Open App" action, review your automation to make sure everything is correct. When it is, tap on "Done."
Test the Automation: Now that your automation is set up, test it to ensure it works as expected. You can do this locking your apps, and then trying to open the Safari App. You should see the Padlock app opening instead.
Open the Shortcuts App: Find the Shortcuts app on your iPhone and open it
Go to the Automation Tab: At the bottom of the screen, you'll see three tabs: "My Shortcuts," "Automation," and "Gallery." Tap on "Automation."
Create a New Personal Automation: Tap on the "+" icon in the top right corner of the screen.
Choose "App" as the Trigger for the Automation: iOS allows you to choose from a variety of triggers for your automation. Search for and choose "App."
Set to "When the Settings App is Opened": Next to App, tap "Choose," then search for and select the "Safari" App. Tap "Done" on top right. Then select "Is Opened." Select "Run Immediately," and disable "Notify When Run." Tap "Next" on the top right.
Select New Blank Automation: After you've selected your trigger, you'll be taken to the "Actions" screen. Here, tap on "New Blank Automation."
Add the "Get Status" Action: Click the "Search Actions bar," and then type Padlock. Tap on the action called "Is Phone in Padlocked Mode?" from the list of Padlock actions to add it to your automation.
Add "If" Action: You'll need to add an "If" Action to ensure that this automation will only trigger when your phone is in Padlocked mode, and not otherwise. To do this, select "If" from next Action suggestions, or you can search for "If" in the search bar. Once you have done this, you should see "If Is Phone In Padlocked Mode?"
Pull up the same sheet: Click on the "Search Actions" search bar again, and type "Open App." Select the "Open App" action from the list.
Choose the Padlock App to Open: After you've added the "Open App" action, you need to specify which app to open. Tap on the blue "App" text and select the Padlock app from the list of apps that appear. Then tap "Done."
Drag "Open Padlock" Under "If" Action: Next, you'll need to drag and drop the "Open Padlock" action right under the "If" condition. You can do this by tapping and holding your finger on the "Open Padlock" Action, then dragging your finger to the correct location.
Finalize the Automation: Once you've set up the "If" condition and the "Open App" action, review your automation to make sure everything is correct. When it is, tap on "Done."
Test the Automation: Now that your automation is set up, test it to ensure it works as expected. You can do this locking your apps, and then trying to open the Safari App. You should see the Padlock app opening instead.
Open the Shortcuts App: Find the Shortcuts app on your iPhone and open it
Go to the Automation Tab: At the bottom of the screen, you'll see three tabs: "My Shortcuts," "Automation," and "Gallery." Tap on "Automation."
Create a New Personal Automation: Tap on the "+" icon in the top right corner of the screen.
Choose "App" as the Trigger for the Automation: iOS allows you to choose from a variety of triggers for your automation. Search for and choose "App."
Set to "When the Settings App is Opened": Next to App, tap "Choose," then search for and select the "Safari" App. Tap "Done" on top right. Then select "Is Opened." Select "Run Immediately," and disable "Notify When Run." Tap "Next" on the top right.
Select New Blank Automation: After you've selected your trigger, you'll be taken to the "Actions" screen. Here, tap on "New Blank Automation."
Add the "Get Status" Action: Click the "Search Actions bar," and then type Padlock. Tap on the action called "Is Phone in Padlocked Mode?" from the list of Padlock actions to add it to your automation.
Add "If" Action: You'll need to add an "If" Action to ensure that this automation will only trigger when your phone is in Padlocked mode, and not otherwise. To do this, select "If" from next Action suggestions, or you can search for "If" in the search bar. Once you have done this, you should see "If Is Phone In Padlocked Mode?"
Pull up the same sheet: Click on the "Search Actions" search bar again, and type "Open App." Select the "Open App" action from the list.
Choose the Padlock App to Open: After you've added the "Open App" action, you need to specify which app to open. Tap on the blue "App" text and select the Padlock app from the list of apps that appear. Then tap "Done."
Drag "Open Padlock" Under "If" Action: Next, you'll need to drag and drop the "Open Padlock" action right under the "If" condition. You can do this by tapping and holding your finger on the "Open Padlock" Action, then dragging your finger to the correct location.
Finalize the Automation: Once you've set up the "If" condition and the "Open App" action, review your automation to make sure everything is correct. When it is, tap on "Done."
Test the Automation: Now that your automation is set up, test it to ensure it works as expected. You can do this locking your apps, and then trying to open the Safari App. You should see the Padlock app opening instead.
See the steps needed in the video below: