Choose what to lock
Pick apps you want to pause and set your daily step goal.
WalkLock
How WalkLock works
WalkLock turns steps into screen time. Set a goal, walk with Apple Health, and unlock your apps when you hit the target.
What it is
WalkLock is an iPhone app that locks selected apps until you reach a daily step goal. It reads steps from Apple Health and unlocks automatically when you hit the target.
Who it's for
- iPhone users who want less screen time by walking more.
- People who prefer step-based accountability instead of timers.
- Anyone who wants a simple, low-friction setup.
How it works
- Choose the apps you want to lock and set a daily step goal.
- WalkLock reads step counts from Apple Health (iPhone or Apple Watch).
- When your goal is reached, locked apps unlock automatically.
Limitations / anti-cheat
Manual steps do not count. WalkLock requires Screen Time permissions and Apple Health access, and it only supports iOS 18+.
Privacy in one paragraph
WalkLock uses anonymized usage analytics and Apple Health step counts to power unlocks and measure effectiveness. Detailed step data stays on-device, is never sold, and you can revoke Apple Health access at any time.
3-step loop
Step-by-step flow
Walk with Apple Health
WalkLock reads real sensor steps from iPhone or Apple Watch.
Unlock automatically
Hit your goal and locked apps open again with no manual toggles.
Live preview
What it feels like
A clear lock state, step progress from Apple Health, and a clean unlock moment once your goal is reached.
Why Screen Time
WalkLock uses Apple’s Screen Time APIs to apply app locks safely and consistently. This keeps the experience native to iOS, respects system rules, and makes the lock/unlock flow feel familiar.
Limitations and anti-cheat
- Manual steps do not count -- only real sensor steps from Apple Health.
- Requires Apple Health access and Screen Time permissions.
- Supports iOS 18 and later.
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