Blocking Apps with Shortcut

All apps (besides phone) can use this shortcut, but some native Apple apps require it. For example, Settings always requires the shortcut and Safari requires it in Allow Mode. Please note that this blocking method is 'all or nothing' - the app will be blocked whenever Brick is activated, regardless of mode. 

 

Click here for step-by-step video guide

 

1. Download the Shortcuts App in the App Store

Confirm you have the most updated Shortcuts version

 

2. Download the 'Block App with Brick' shortcut here

 

3. Open the Shortcuts App

 

 

4. Switch to the "Automation" tab, and tap to create a Personal Automation

 

 

5. Select "App"

 

 

6. Select "Is Opened" and "Run Immediately", then press "Choose"

 

 

7. Choose the app you would like to Brick

 

Press "Done" after selecting the app and then "Next"

 

 

8. Search for 'Block App with Brick' and select. Do not select 'New Blank Automation' (if not appearing, try downloading shortcut again using the link here)

 

9. You're good to go! Reach out to hello@getbrick.app if you're having troubles.