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Screen Time is a stellar feature that allows you to keep track of how you spend time on your device. You can even set restrictions for yourself and your family to help you limit how much time you spend on certain apps. Unfortunately, there are a few bugs and other factors that may cause the feature to stop working or fail to function properly. If Screen Time isn't working on your device, this article is here to help you find solutions and get it working again.
Best Way to Fix Screen Time on iPhone/iPad
Reboot your device by holding down one of the volume buttons on the left and the button on the right at the same time. If your device has a home button, only hold down the button on the right side. Tap and drag the Power Off slider, wait 30 seconds, and hold down the right side button to turn the device back on.
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- ↑ https://www.iphonetricks.org/how-to-fix-screen-time-bug-in-ios-14/
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201559
- ↑ https://www.iphonetricks.org/how-to-fix-screen-time-bug-in-ios-14/
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT205234
- ↑ https://www.iphonetricks.org/how-to-fix-screen-time-bug-in-ios-14/
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/change-the-date-and-time-iph65f82af3e/ios
- ↑ https://www.macworld.com/article/233792/two-screen-time-tips-to-keep-kids-from-working-around-limits.html
- ↑ https://www.macworld.com/article/233792/two-screen-time-tips-to-keep-kids-from-working-around-limits.html
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208982