Opal: Screen Time Control

Opal: Screen Time Control

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Opal: Take Control of Your Screen Time and Reclaim Your Focus

Join 7 million high-performers using the world’s most-loved app to block distractions, save nearly 2 hours daily, and achieve your peak productivity.

Publisher

OPAL OS CORPORATION

Category

Productivity

Downloads

7M+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

156K+

Locales

8

Your Focus, Visualized

Discover the interface used by 7M+ users.

Opal app interface showing screen time and focus stats with an Apple Design Award badge

Opal app interface showing screen time and focus stats with an Apple Design Award badge

Opal app screenshot displaying daily time saved and lifetime screen time impact statistics

Opal app screenshot displaying daily time saved and lifetime screen time impact statistics

Opal app interface showing Instagram blocked during a focus session to limit distractions

Opal app interface showing Instagram blocked during a focus session to limit distractions

A smartphone showing the Opal app dashboard with a focus streak, focus hours, and milestone rewards.

A smartphone showing the Opal app dashboard with a focus streak, focus hours, and milestone rewards.

Opal app showing daily insight for phone usage before bed to improve sleep quality

Opal app showing daily insight for phone usage before bed to improve sleep quality

Opal app interface displaying scheduled focus blocks and offline time management.

Opal app interface displaying scheduled focus blocks and offline time management.

Smartphone screen displaying Opal focus flow math challenges to reduce screen time.

Smartphone screen displaying Opal focus flow math challenges to reduce screen time.

Opal app interface for selecting block styles like pop culture references or brutal insults to prevent distraction

Opal app interface for selecting block styles like pop culture references or brutal insults to prevent distraction

Opal app leaderboard screen showing screen time competition with friends

Opal app leaderboard screen showing screen time competition with friends

MacBook laptop displaying the Opal app interface with a scrolling kills sticker

MacBook laptop displaying the Opal app interface with a scrolling kills sticker

Master Your Attention, Not Just Your Phone

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 7M+ users.

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Deep Focus Protection

Eliminate decision fatigue with un-bypassable blocks that can’t be cancelled or cheated, ensuring you stay locked into your most important tasks.

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Quantified Productivity

Track your progress with real-time Focus Scores and daily reports that allow you to benchmark your performance against peers and your own goals.

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Rewarding Milestones

Transform your digital detox into a game. Earn unique milestones and climb the leaderboards to turn screen-time control into a competitive advantage.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 7M+ people who love this app.

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"Opal has been a total game-changer for my deep work sessions. As someone in tech, the temptation to check Slack or LinkedIn is constant, but Deep Focus mode actually makes me stick to my goals. I've reclaimed nearly two hours of my day that used to vanish into thin air. It is easily the best investment I have made for my mental clarity this year."

Marcus T., Senior Product Designer
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"Finally, an app that actually works for my ADHD brain! Other screen time tools are too easy to ignore, but Opal's hard blocks are exactly what I need to stay off TikTok during finals week. I love seeing my Focus Score go up and hitting new milestones—it makes staying productive feel like a game rather than a chore."

Chloe L., University Student

About the app

Everything you need to know about Opal: Screen Time Control.

Description

Achieve screen time control with the world’s most-loved screen time app! Opal is the fun, free Screen Time app to improve your focus and make the most out of every day. 5 to 6 hours. That’s the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today, often without realizing it. It's time to fight back. With a combination of screen time control, app limits, app blockers, real time data, leaderboards and rewards, you will focus better and accomplish your dreams, just like Opal’s members. **As of November 2024, Opal has saved humanity 120 Million hours from less screen time. ** Many of the world's top teams and companies trust Opal to help protect their focus. You can too. **Opal cut my screen time by 2 hours per day – Marketing at Google ** **You need this app. When I first got opal my daily screen-time was about 8 1/2 hours a day. Now it's 1 hour. ** **Opal has become an indispensable tool in my quest for productivity and mindful technology usage ** **Get Opal! - Ali Abdaal, productivity expert** BENEFITS Save 1 hour and 23 minutes per DAY from less screen time, on average. 94% of Opal members are less distracted 93% are more productive thanks to the app 90% report improved well-being Added benefits: - Better screen time control - Better productivity at work - Reduce stress, be more mindful - Supports focus challenges, including ADHD - Set daily work hours, sleep, and routines - Block apps to unplug and detox - Stay in focus when you need it most - You're happy and in control of your screen time FEATURES - #1 Screen Time Control: the most loved app for screen time control with 4.8/5. - #1 App Blocker: Instantly Block apps and websites you choose at a specific time of day throughout the week to organize your time. - Focus Difficulty: Make it hard, or make it a bit easier. Deep Focus won't let you cancel or bypass at all. - App Limits: Set daily usage limits on apps and websites to automatically block them and prevent overuse. - Mindful Block Screens: Discover quotes, puns and more every time you try to open an app or website you really shoudn't. - Blocklist & Allowlist: Easily pick any app, game or website you want to block or allow during your Blocks. - Focus Report: Measure your progress with clear metrics, actionable screen time stats, and benchmark against your peers. - Focus Score: Check your screen time and focus level at any point easily spotting Focus and Distracted time. - Calendar: Set daily working hours, sleep and routines, block apps automatically, so you don’t have to remember. - Precious Rewards: Unlock unique MileStones you can share with friends. - Leaderboard: Challenge friends to top the leaderboard, enhancing productivity, focus and keeping each other motivated. - Breaks: Choose the app you want to use, write your intention, and set a timer. - Focus Mode Integration: Sync your Opal Focus Sessions with iPhone Focus Mode to block apps. - Shortcut Integration: Connect iPhone shortcut automations to start/stop Focus Sessions based on app opens, time, location and more! - Focus Reminders: Get timely reminder notifications when you get distracted or reach a time limit. - Deep Focus: Need ultimate focus? Deep Focus is the maximum level of protection — you can’t bypass or cancel. - More Fun: Opal is guilt-free and fun. - Widget: Have Opal on your home screen! CREATE A PERSONALIZED APP BLOCK LIST Easily pick any app, game or website you want to block or allow to Block Apps. PRIVATE & SAFE We use Apple's Screen Time API in order to monitor and block apps you use. Installation is easy and takes a few seconds on your iPhone. Unlike most apps, Opal works entirely on your phone and personal browsing data never leaves your device. TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS Read on https://opal.so/terms & https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Latest Version

3.143

Size

252.2 MB

First Released

Dec 15, 2020

Ready to Reclaim Your Focus?

Join 7 million+ members saving an average of 83 minutes every day. Download the world's most-loved screen time app and start your journey toward deep focus and guilt-free productivity today.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Opal: Screen Time Control

What is Opal: Screen Time Control?

Opal is a screen time control app designed to improve focus and reduce phone usage. It offers features like app blockers, usage limits, real-time data, and tools to build healthier digital habits.

Does Opal block distracting applications and websites?

Yes, Opal blocks distracting applications and websites. Users can instantly block chosen apps and sites at specific times or set daily usage limits, which automatically activate blocking upon overuse.

Is Opal a private and secure screen time app?

Yes, Opal is private and secure. It operates entirely on the user's phone, leveraging Apple's Screen Time API. Personal browsing data never leaves the device, ensuring privacy.

Is Opal: Screen Time Control available on Mac?

Yes, Opal is available on Mac. Users can extend their screen time control and focus management across their Apple ecosystem, including their MacBook devices.

How much screen time can Opal save users daily?

On average, Opal saves users 1 hour and 23 minutes of screen time per day. The app helps 94% of members feel less distracted and 93% become more productive.

What is Opal's Deep Focus feature?

Deep Focus is Opal's maximum protection level for uninterrupted focus. It prevents users from bypassing or canceling block sessions, ensuring critical tasks are completed without distraction.

How does Opal integrate with iPhone's Screen Time?

Opal integrates with iPhone's Screen Time by utilizing Apple's Screen Time API. This allows it to monitor and block applications, providing effective control over device usage.

Does Opal offer gamification like rewards or leaderboards?

Yes, Opal offers gamification features. Users can unlock unique Milestones through Precious Rewards and compete with friends on a Leaderboard, enhancing motivation and focus.

Can I customize the block screens in Opal?

Yes, users can customize Opal's block screens. The app offers "Mindful Block Screens" where users can choose options like quotes, puns, "Pop Culture" references, or "Brutal Insults" for blocked app messages.

Can I schedule app blocking sessions in Opal?

Yes, Opal allows users to schedule app blocking sessions. The Calendar feature enables setting daily work hours, sleep routines, and automatically blocks apps without manual intervention.