# Apps Scheduler

> Schedule and lock apps to stay focused and manage phone usage.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nie.appsscheduler](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nie.appsscheduler)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.nie.appsscheduler`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Smartphone Research NIE/NTU
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 402
- **Version:** 1.6.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2025-10-08
- **Publisher country:** SG
- **Size:** 9.57 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nie.appsscheduler)
- **Website:** [https://appsscheduler.com](https://appsscheduler.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/appsscheduler/home](https://sites.google.com/view/appsscheduler/home)

## Description

Apps Scheduler helps you stay productive and manage your time better by controlling app usage on your phone. With simple scheduling and app lock features, you can reduce distractions and focus on what matters most.<br><br>Key Features:<br>• Schedule app usage times  <br>• Lock apps during study or work hours  <br>• Track phone and app usage patterns  <br>• Easy setup with phone number verification  <br>• Lightweight, secure, and private  <br><br>Apps Scheduler uses the Android Accessibility API only to enforce app schedules and focus rules you set. When enabled under Settings → Accessibility, the app detects which app is in the foreground and, if that app is blocked, returns you to the home screen and shows the block screen.<br>We do not read passwords, messages, or on-screen content, do not record audio, and do not prevent uninstall or changing settings. You can disable the service anytime in Accessibility settings.<br><br>Whether you want to improve focus, study smarter, or reduce screen time, Apps Scheduler makes it simple and effective.

## Rankings

- #1,450,697 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_OVERLAY_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.fingerprints.service.ACCESS_FINGERPRINT_MANAGER`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.nie.appsscheduler.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.samsung.android.providers.context.permission.WRITE_USE_APP_FEATURE_SURVEY`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nie.appsscheduler)