Bedtime Police

What if I have an emergency?

You can always call emergency services from the lock screen. The app does not interfere with the phone's lock screen functions. Additionally, there are three short-duration emergency modes available each night, which you can use if needed. In urgent situations, you can also unlock your phone using the unlock fee that you have set. Show full answer

What if I have evening plans, and Bedtime Police restricts phone usage?

You can temporarily disable Bedtime Police for the night if you have plans. If you forget to do so, you can still unlock the phone by paying the small fee you previously set. Choose a fee that's manageable but discourages mindless scrolling to help establish healthy sleep habits and improve your mornings. Show full answer

Where does the payment go if I unlock my phone?

After Google’s share and taxes, 50% of the payment goes to mental health charities, while the other 50% supports maintaining and enhancing the app. The payment feature is intended for emergencies or unexpected situations.

How can I access the camera while my phone is locked?

You can access the camera directly from your phone's lock screen, even if other apps are restricted by Bedtime Police. To enable this feature, make sure you have a PIN or other access control set up on your phone; instructions can be found here. Most phones display a camera icon on the lock screen, and on many models, you can also open the camera by pressing the power button twice.

How long will my phone be locked?

You can set the start time for the locking period. In the beta version, the phone remains locked for 4 hours. In the release version, you'll be able to set a specific end time for the lock. Show full answer