How ScreenFence helps you?

Updated on Friday, August 23, 2024

How Screen Fence Works: A Step-by-Step Guide

Screen Fence is designed to help you take control of your screen time, balance your digital habits, and contribute to charitable causes. Here’s how you can get started and make the most of its features:

Step 1: Download the Screen Fence app from your device’s app store.
Step 2: Open the app and register using your preferred method—either through social media accounts like Facebook, Google, or Twitter, or by entering your email address.
Example: If you choose to sign up with your email, you’ll be prompted to create a password and verify your email address.

2. Select Apps to Monitor and Control

Step 1: After logging in, you’ll be prompted to choose which apps you want to monitor and control.
Step 2: Select from a list of installed apps, such as social media platforms, games, or streaming services.
Example: If you find yourself spending too much time on Instagram, you can add it to your monitored apps list.

3. Define Usage Limits

Step 1: Set specific limits for the apps you’ve chosen. You can define these limits based on your daily routine or specific days.
Step 2: Choose different time limits for different periods, such as morning, afternoon, or evening.
Example: You might set a 30-minute daily limit for TikTok, with no access after 9 p.m.

4. Customize Notification Settings

Step 1: Decide how and when you want to be notified as you approach or exceed your usage limits.
Step 2: Set up notifications to be sent via push notifications, emails, or in-app alerts.
Example: You could set a gentle reminder to appear when you’ve used 80% of your daily limit on a particular app.

5. Enroll in the Charity Donation Program

Step 1: Opt into the charity donation program and choose the charities you wish to support.
Step 2: Browse through a list of partnered charities and select those that resonate with you.
Example: You might choose to support an environmental organization or a children’s education charity.

6. Set Up Donation Penalties for Exceeding Limits

Step 1: Define the per-minute donation amount that will be deducted if you exceed your screen time limits. This can range from cents to dollars.
Step 2: When you go over your limit, you’ll receive a notification. You’ll have one minute to close the app before the donation penalty starts.
Example: If you exceed your limit on Facebook, you’ll receive a pop-up notification saying, “You’ve reached your limit. Close the app within 60 seconds, or $0.50 per minute will be donated to your selected charity.”

7. Earn Achievements and Rewards

Step 1: Stick to your usage plans and earn achievements, rewards, and badges for your progress.
Step 2: Track your milestones and receive recognition for maintaining a balanced digital life.
Example: You might unlock the “Screen Time Champion” badge for successfully staying within your limits for a full week.

8. Receive Detailed Reports and Certificates

Step 1: At the end of each week or month, receive a detailed report summarizing your app usage, any charity donations made, and your overall progress.
Step 2: If you’ve made donations, you’ll receive a certificate that can be used for tax deductions.
Example: Your report might show that you donated $10 to a charity due to exceeding your Instagram limit and earned a “Focus Master” badge for reducing your overall screen time by 20%.

By following these steps, you can use Screen Fence to take control of your screen time, foster healthier digital habits, and contribute to making the world a better place—all while earning rewards and recognition for your progress.