# Focus Shield Plus

> Strengthen your focus: Block distracting apps with smart rules.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.patricklink.focusshieldplus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.patricklink.focusshieldplus)

## Overview

- **ID:** `de.patricklink.focusshieldplus`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Patrick Link
- **Category:** LIFESTYLE
- **Downloads:** 21
- **Version:** 0.7.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-17
- **First published:** 2026-03-17
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.patricklink.focusshieldplus)
- **Website:** [https://focus-shield-plus.app](https://focus-shield-plus.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://focus-shield-plus.app/datenschutz.html](https://focus-shield-plus.app/datenschutz.html)

## Description

Focus Shield Plus helps you take back control of your screen time — without rigid restrictions. Whether you want to limit social media, reduce gaming, or simply be more mindful with your phone: Focus Shield Plus supports you with intelligent rules that adapt to your life.<br><br>🛡️ Flexible Rules — Your Way<br>Create custom rules for any app: set time limits, schedule focus windows, or choose how strictly apps should be blocked. From gentle reminders to full blocking — you decide.<br><br>👥 Partner System — Strength in Numbers<br>Connect with a trusted person who supports you on your journey. Your partner can approve temporary exemptions and help you stay on track — without controlling you.<br><br>🌱 Gentle Protection — Not Punishment<br>Focus Shield Plus doesn&#39;t work with pressure, but with understanding. The app grows with you, tracks your progress, and motivates you to build healthy habits — step by step.<br><br>📊 Understand Your Habits<br>Detailed statistics show you exactly where your screen time goes. Recognize patterns, celebrate successes, and understand where there&#39;s still room for improvement.<br><br>🎯 Two Modes — One Goal<br>• Advanced Mode: Full statistics, Growth Tracking, detailed insights for adults<br>• Simple Mode: Clear, emotional interface for younger users or anyone who prefers simplicity<br><br>✨ Highlights<br>• Create unlimited rules for any app<br>• Time limits and schedules, individually adjustable<br>• Three block levels: Gentle, Wait, or Partner-protected<br>• Personal Growth System with stages and milestones<br>• Offline-capable — works without internet<br>• No ads, no tracking, no data selling<br><br>🌍 Available in 7 Languages<br>German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Russian — fully translated.<br><br>📋 Permissions<br>Focus Shield Plus requires Accessibility Service and Device Admin access to reliably block apps. These permissions are used exclusively for app blocking and cannot access your personal data. Usage statistics access is needed to track screen time.

## Rankings

- #2,578,133 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `de.patricklink.focusshieldplus.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.patricklink.focusshieldplus)