PHLock Me Out - App & Website Blocker
Lock Me Out is a comprehensive productivity tool designed to limit device usage through automated lockouts, app restrictions, and website filtering. Initially released in 2014, the application provides granular control over digital consumption for students, parents, and professionals.Core Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Version | v7.3.3 |
| Android Requirement | 7.0+ |
| Monetization | No Ads; Premium version available |
| Privacy | Accessibility Service used for detection only; no data collection |
Key Functionality
Blocking Modes
- App Blocking:
- Block Selected: Restricts specific apps while allowing others.
- Allow Selected: Whitelists specific apps and blocks all others.
- Lock-screen Only: The strictest mode; disables all device functions except for the lock-screen and emergency calls.
- Website Blocking:
- Supports URL-specific and keyword-based filtering.
- Offers both Blacklist (block chosen) and Whitelist (allow chosen) modes.
Lockout Triggers
- Usage-Based: Triggers automatically based on time spent in specific apps, total screen time, frequency of app launches, or number of device unlocks.
- Scheduled: Executes at predefined times regardless of current usage.
- Location-Based: Activates restrictions only when the device is within specific physical coordinates (e.g., school, office, or gym).
Customization & Security
- Focus Enhancements: Option to hide notifications from blocked apps, enable Do Not Disturb (DND), and silence the ringer during lockouts.
- Pomodoro Integration: Periodic unlock intervals for scheduled breaks.
- Security: Password protection for app entry, uninstallation, and system tampering.
- System Compatibility: Compatible with split-screen, picture-in-picture, and Samsung's pop-up view.
Premium Features [v7.3.3 Mod Extra]
- Unlimited lockouts, apps, websites, and locations.
- Advanced anti-uninstallation and anti-tampering measures.
- Removal of unwanted Permissions, Receivers, Providers, and Services.
- Debug code removed for optimized performance.
Changelog: v7.3.3 (2026.04.20)
- Fixes: Resolved website blocking issues in Samsung Internet browser; fixed tampering bypass related to the location dialog in Chinese (Traditional).
- UI/UX: Migrated to Material 3 text input fields and dropdown menus for a modern interface.
- Updates: Implemented snackbar notifications for new version availability via the official website.