App Management Config Files
App Allowlists and Blocklists can be used to control what apps are accessible on an iPhone or iPad.
In addition to Config Presets, Tech Lockdown members also have the ability to download either Supervised App Blocklists or Allowlists.
Similar to the Supervised Config Presets, these App Management config files require your iPhone or iPad device to be supervised .
Supervised App Blocklist
Use this blocklist to specify apps you want blocked on your iPhone device. Even if those apps are installed on your iPhone, you won't have the ability to open them.
Apps not listed in your Blocklist will be unaffected.
Apps on your Blocklist will not be uninstalled or prevented from being downloaded. However, you will not be able to open them.
Supervised App Allowlist
If you need a highly restrictive setup (such as a dumb phone ), you can instead choose a limited number of apps that are allowed on your iPhone.
Only apps listed on your Allowlist can be opened. Other apps (except for Settings and the Phone app) are blocked.
Apps that are blocked remain installed on your iPhone; they will not be deleted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the App Blocklist and App Allowlist wizards?
On the Tech Lockdown dashboard, go to Tools > iPhone / iPad > App Management.
Can I block the Settings app?
No. The Settings app cannot be blocked on iOS devices.
We instead recommend using Supervised Config Presets to control settings that might conflict with content filtering.
How do I create a self-destructing Config?
Both App Allowlists and App Blocklists have the option to automatically self-destruct after a certain period of time. When you're creating your lists on the dashboard, look for the "How long should this allowlist/blocklist be active?" section. Instead of selecting Always, choose Temporary, then set the number of hours and minutes until the list deletes itself.
You can use this if you want to commit to a technology fast or focus session.
How Do I Install Config Files?
Please see the guide below:
Supervised Restrictions
How to Install Config Files on iOS
Learn how to install Config Files onto your iOS device.
How do I uninstall Config Files?
Please see the guide below:
Supervised Restrictions
How to Uninstall Config Files on iOS
Learn how to uninstall config files from your iOS device.