Screen Time Passcode Guardian

Lock your apps, entrust the key.

Step 1: Initial Device Setup

On your iPhone/iPad:

  1. Go to Settings > Screen Time and set a temporary passcode you know.
  2. Go to App Limits and enable 'Block at End of Limit' for apps you want to control.

Step 2: Prepare to Change Passcode

On your device, navigate to:

Settings > Screen Time > Change Passcode

Enter your old passcode. Your device will then be ready for the 'New Passcode'.

Step 3: Important Instructions

Use a Separate Device

You should be viewing this website on a separate device (like a laptop or tablet), NOT the phone you are setting the passcode on.

Relax Your Mind

The goal is to not remember the passcode. Do not make any effort to memorize the digits. Follow the prompts without thinking.

Enter New Passcode

Verify New Passcode

Step 6: Download Secure File

The passcode is set. A text file containing the passcode will now be downloaded to your device. This file is not saved anywhere else.

Send this file to your trusted friend immediately.

File Downloaded!

Step 7: Final Cleanup

The final, crucial step is to cover your tracks.

  1. Confirm that you have sent the downloaded file to your friend.
  2. Find the downloaded file in your 'Downloads' folder.
  3. Securely delete the file from your device.

Process Complete!

You have successfully set and secured your Screen Time passcode.