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How do I unblock in an emergency?
How do I unblock in an emergency?

How do I modify an active block in 'Monk Mode'?

Updated over 2 weeks ago

If you need to unblock during an emergency and you are in 'Monk Mode', or having some kind of issue, please do the following:

Option 1: Use 'Emergency Unblock' mode

Open Roots, go to 'Help'

  • Scroll all the way down to 'Emergency unblock'

  • Follow the instructions
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Option 2: Use a 'Cheat Day'

  • If you are on a free trial or premium subscription

  • Go to 'Streaks' on your home tab by tapping the lightning at the top

  • Then tap to use a 'Cheat Day'

  • This will unblock all apps

Option 3: Remove permissions

  • Remove screen time 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 and set back up for success

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