How to Turn Off the Screen Time Feature on iPhone with or without a Passcode

Sometimes, you don't know how long your kids stare at their phone screen. And you want to control their screen usage since it takes away from their study or family bonding. Once they learn to use their devices responsibly, you can turn off Screen Time restrictions. So, how do you turn off the screen time on your iPhone to make it active without a timer? This post is dedicated to helping you change the default screen‑time setting.

Turn Off Screen Time on iPhone

Part 1. What Is Screen Time on iPhone

Screen Time is a standard feature on iOS, iPad, Mac, and other Apple devices. It tracks how much time you spend on apps and websites so you can check Screen Time on iPhone to monitor your usage status, but more importantly, it allows you to control your usage.


You can set app limits, schedule downtime, and block inappropriate content. Parents often rely on it to manage their children's device activities. Even for adults, it's helpful for breaking phone addiction. However, for users who are already disciplined with their device usage, Screen Time may not add much value and can sometimes feel like a drain on battery life.

Part 2. How to Turn Off Screen Time on iPhone with Passcode

There are a few reasons why users might want to turn off Screen Time. Some find the usage reports unnecessary because they already manage their phone habits well. Others simply prefer not to have their activity tracked. Whatever your reason, here's how to turn it off on your iPhone — provided you haven't forgotten your Screen Time passcode.

Step 1.
Open the "Settings" app on your iPhone and tap "Screen Time".
Step 2.
Scroll down and tap "Turn Off App & Website Activity". Enter your Screen Time passcode when prompted.
Step 3.
Tap "Turn Off App & Website Activity" again to confirm. Screen Time tracking and restrictions will then be disabled.
Turn Off Screen Time App And Website Activity

Part 3. How to Turn Off Screen Time on iPhone without Passcode

If you forgot your Screen Time passcode, you cannot turn off Screen Time directly from the Settings app. However, Apple provides an official way to reset the passcode with your Apple ID. If that method does not work, you can also use a professional iPhone unlocking tool to bypass the Screen Time passcode.

Method 1. Reset Screen Time Passcode with Apple ID

Apple allows you to reset a forgotten Screen Time passcode if you previously enabled Apple ID recovery. Follow these steps:

Step 1.
Open "Settings" on your iPhone and tap "Screen Time".
Step 2.
Scroll down and select "Change Screen Time Passcode".
Step 3.
Tap "Change Screen Time Passcode" again, then choose "Forgot Passcode?".
Step 4.
Enter the Apple ID and password that were used when setting up the Screen Time passcode.
Step 5.
After verification, create a new Screen Time passcode. You can then use the new password and follow the steps in the last part to turn off Screen Time from the settings.
Reset Screen Time Passcode With Apple Id

Method 2. Use Aiseesoft Phone Unlocker to Remove Screen Time Passcode

When you forget your Screen Time password and cannot recover it through Apple ID, Aiseesoft iKnockin provides an easier way to remove Screen Time restrictions. With this tool, you can remove forgotten Screen Time passcodes without data loss, disable Screen Time restrictions on iPhone, unlock iPhone settings when you lose access, and regain control of your iOS device. Here’re the steps to remove a Screen Time Passcode with Aiseesoft iKnockin.

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Step 1.
Open the program and select the "Screen Time" mode from the main interface.
Step 2.
Connect your iPhone to the computer using a USB cable. Wait until the program detects your device automatically.
Step 3.
After your device is recognized, choose how the Screen Time passcode was set up. If the Screen Time passcode was created directly on your iPhone, select the left option. This method removes the Screen Time passcode without deleting other data on your device. If the Screen Time passcode was set remotely through Family Sharing, select the right option.
Screen Time Scenario Selection
Step 4.
After selecting the correct scenario, click the "Start Now" button to continue.
Screen Time
Step 5.
Follow the instructions displayed in the program to turn off "Find My iPhone" on your device. Make sure two‑factor authentication is enabled, then click "Unlock" to start the removal process.
Click Unlock After All Set‑Up
Step 6.
Step 6.The program will begin removing the Screen Time passcode from your iPhone. The process may take several minutes. Keep your device connected until it is completed. Once finished, you can access Screen Time settings again and set a new screen time passcode or turn off Screen Time restrictions according to your needs.

Part 4. How to Turn Off Screen Time Restrictions on iPhone

Besides turning off Screen Time completely, you can also disable specific Screen Time restrictions while keeping usage tracking enabled. Screen Time restrictions include Content & Privacy Restrictions, App Limits, Downtime, and other parental control settings. If you only want to remove certain limits, you do not need to turn off the entire Screen Time feature.

Method 1. Turn Off Content & Privacy Restrictions

Content & Privacy Restrictions allow you to control apps, websites, purchases, and other content on your iPhone. Follow these steps:

Step 1.
Open "Settings" and tap "Screen Time".
Step 2.
Select "Content & Privacy Restrictions".
Step 3.
Turn off the switch next to "Content & Privacy Restrictions". After disabling it, restrictions for apps, purchases, and privacy settings will be removed.
Turn Off Content And Privacy Restrictions

Method 2. Remove App Limits on iPhone

App Limits allow you to set daily usage limits for specific apps or categories. To remove these restrictions:

Step 1.
Go to "Settings" > "Screen Time".
Step 2.
Tap "App Limits".
Step 3.
Select the app category or individual app with a limit.
Step 4.
Tap "Delete Limit" and confirm the action.
Remove App Limit On Iphone

Method 3. Disable Downtime Restrictions

Setting downtime on iPhone blocks selected apps during scheduled periods. To turn it off:

Step 1.
Open "Screen Time" from Settings.
Step 2.
Tap "Downtime" and enter the screen time passcode to confirm.
Step 3.
Turn off the "Scheduled" option.
Turn Off Downtime On Iphone

Method 4. Turn Off Communication Limits

Communication Limits control who you can contact during Screen Time restrictions. To disable this feature:

Step 1.
Go to "Settings" > "Screen Time".
Step 2.
Select "Communication Limits" and choose the allowed communication type.
Step 3.
Enter the Screen Time passcode and change the settings or turn off related restrictions.
Change Settings For Communication Limit Screen Time

Part 5. FAQs about Turning Off Screen Time on iPhone

Does turning off Screen Time delete data?

No. Turning off Screen Time does not delete any personal data. Your photos, videos, apps, contacts, messages, and other files will remain on your iPhone.

What is the difference between Screen Time and Auto‑Lock?

Screen Time and Auto‑Lock are different iPhone features. Screen Time tracks app usage, provides activity reports, and allows users to set restrictions. Auto‑Lock controls how long your iPhone screen stays active before automatically turning off.

Can I remove Screen Time restrictions from my child's iPhone?

If the child's iPhone is managed through Family Sharing, only the family organizer can change or disable Screen Time settings. You need to access the organizer account to modify these restrictions.

Conclusion

Now you know how to turn off Screen Time on iPhone with or without a passcode. If you remember your Screen Time passcode, you can disable the feature directly from Settings. If you forgot the passcode, Aiseesoft iKnockin provides a simple way to remove Screen Time passcode and regain access to your iPhone settings. With this tool, you can easily manage Screen Time restrictions and unlock your device when needed.

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