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Developer builds privacy-first screen time blocker with no server
A developer created SproutGuard, a free iOS app that blocks distracting apps and sites without requiring an account or sending data to a server. It uses Apple's Screen Time API to enforce blocks on-device, making user data structurally inaccessible. The app focuses on self-control through daily streaks rather than external monitoring.
Meridian48 take
The app's privacy-by-design approach highlights a growing demand for tools that respect user autonomy, but its lack of hard-lock mechanisms may limit effectiveness for those seeking strict enforcement.
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