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Apps are not unblocking when I unblock
Apps are not unblocking when I unblock

Are apps not unblocking as expected?

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First off, we know this can be super frustrating! We will make sure you are taken care of and work to resolve the issues asap.

Here are a few things to try:

1) Try reloading

  • Tap "Help" on any screen in Roots

  • Tap the "reload" icon in the help modal

  • This should fix most issues immediately

If you are having to reload constantly please contact us!

2) Force quit the Roots app

  • Force close Roots and open it again to reset the connection

  • Click here if you don't know how to do that

3) Restart your phone

  • Restart your phone

  • Click here if you don't know how to do that

4) Reset Screen Time permissions

  • Go to "Settings" > "Screen Time"

  • Scroll down and find "Roots"

  • Remove access, then re-open the Roots app

  • Give access to screen time permissions when prompted

Have an emergency?

  • We recommend removing permissions from Roots

  • Go to "iOS Settings > Screen Time > Apps with screen time access"

  • Then remove access from Roots

  • (this may cause you to lose historical data on your profile)

  • Then, you can re-add permissions by opening Roots

  • Afterwards, please contact us so we can make sure you are taken care of

Still having issues?

  1. Try our full troubleshooting guide for blocking here

  2. Get personal help from one of our founders here

We know this can be frustrating. We'll be happy to help and will even reward you for your valuable time.

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