# App Blocker: Block Sites, Apps > Track Screen Time, Set Time Limits, Monitor Phone Usage & Reduce Phone Addiction Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pixsterstudio.blockapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pixsterstudio.blockapp) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.pixsterstudio.blockapp` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Pixster Studio - **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY - **Downloads:** 59,273 - **Rating:** 3.72 / 5 (828 ratings) - **Version:** 2.2.5 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-01 - **First published:** 2024-02-13 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 26 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-12 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pixsterstudio.blockapp) - **Website:** [https://www.pixsterstudio.com](https://www.pixsterstudio.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.pixsterstudio.com/legal-notice/privacy-policy](https://www.pixsterstudio.com/legal-notice/privacy-policy) ## Description App Blocker is a powerful Chrome extension designed to help you manage your digital habits by blocking distracting apps and websites. Whether you want to limit social media usage, block specific sites, or control overall screen time, this tool offers customizable schedules, multiple profiles, and password protection to enforce your boundaries effectively. With daily usage insights and reporting, it serves as an ideal self-control and parental control app for a healthier tech lifestyle. Key features include app and website blocking, scheduled restrictions, personalized blocking profiles, content filtering, and detailed usage statistics to help you stay focused and improve productivity. Enhance your digital wellness, reduce distractions, and reclaim your time with App Blocker’s flexible and easy-to-use controls. ## Rankings - #279,016 — Overall - #21 — website blocker ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION` - `android.permission.BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FORCE_STOP_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE` - `android.permission.GET_META_DATA` - `android.permission.GET_PACKAGE_SIZE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES` - `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES` - `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES` - `com.pixsterstudio.blockapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary The app has a simple concept and is appreciated by some users for helping block apps and ads, even being recommended for specific use cases. However, widespread complaints include poor ad blocking performance, limited functionality in the free version, app crashes, and concerns about ads within the app. Overall, user experiences are mixed with several usability and reliability issues reported. ### Pros - Some users find the app useful for blocking ads and certain apps. - The app interface is considered easy to use by some users. - A few users appreciate that the app can help with restricting access to specific content. - Some users value the free availability and concept of the app. - The app has been positively recommended by some users for specific use cases like reducing porn addiction. ### Cons - The app often fails to block ads as intended, with multiple users noting it does not work properly. - Free version limits blocking to only two apps, frustrating some users. - It sometimes crashes or malfunctions, including issues with saving settings like pin codes. - Presence of ads within the ad blocker app itself is considered ironic and annoying. - Some users suspect the app may be unsafe or have malware issues. ## Similar extensions and apps - [AppBlock - Block Apps & Sites](https://chrome-stats.com/d/cz.mobilesoft.appblock) — 10,630,213 users, 4.70 / 5 - [App Blocker: Block Apps, Sites](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tet.appblocker.screenmonitor.appblock) — 16,525 users - [Stay Focused: Block Sites/Apps](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.trexx.digitox.pornblocker.websiteblocker.app) — 1,317 users - [Website Blocker - Block Sites](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.techwell.websiteblocker) — 695 users - [Appblock Block Apps ,Sites Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tet.appblocker.screenmonitor.appblock.pro) - [Bx App Blocker- Block Apps](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.atmana.appblocker) — 86,526 users, 3.70 / 5 - [Block - App & Site Blocker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wverlaek.block) — 1,571,136 users, 4.09 / 5 - [BlockSite: Block Apps & Sites](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.blocksite) — 12,540,819 users, 3.78 / 5 - [App Blocker: Stay Focused](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.screentime.focus.blocker.productivity.focusguard) — 534 users - [SiteBlock - Block App/Websites](https://chrome-stats.com/d/kr.co.swkim.block) — 3,602 users, 3.13 / 5 - [AppUp : Screen Time & Focus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bsktech.AU) — 57,468 users, 3.64 / 5 - [App blocker - Focus Keeper Max](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mobteq.appblocker) — 26,330 users, 4.20 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pixsterstudio.blockapp)