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Some customers are experiencing blocking not working properly after updating to iOS 26. We know this can be frustrating, and we're actively working on a permanent solution.
Quick fixes to try:
1) Reload blocking
This often resolves the issue immediately:
Open the Roots app
Tap "Help" (at the top of any screen)
Select "Reload Blocking"
Wait a few seconds, then test your blocking
2) If that doesn't work, try restarting your phone:
Power off your iPhone completely and restart it
Then go back to Roots and try the "Reload Blocking" step again
We've found this combination works really well for post-update issues
3) Make small edits to your blocks and resave:
Go to "Roots > Blocking"
Tap the pencil icon on each block
Make a small change (like adding or removing one app)
Tap "Save"
This can help refresh the block's connection with Screen Time
4) Delete and recreate your blocks
If reloading doesn't work:
Go to "Roots > Blocking"
Delete your existing blocks by tapping the pencil icon on each block, scrolling down, and tapping "Delete"
Create new blocks with the same settings
This refreshes the connection with iOS 26's updated Screen Time system
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