Digital Wellbeing screen time limits not working on Android
Digital Wellbeing limits are not being enforced because the app likely has admin permissions disabled or the service needs a fresh start. Turn the feature off and back on, and make sure Digital Wellbeing has the right permissions. This fixes it for most people.
When Digital Wellbeing stops enforcing your app limits, it means the system is no longer blocking your access when the timer runs out. This happens because a permission got revoked, there is a settings glitch, or the Digital Wellbeing service crashed. We will clear the problem, reset permissions, and get your limits working again.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Clearing cache and losing all saved limits - write them down first so you can reset them after clearing cache
- Toggling timers on and off too quickly without waiting - wait 10 seconds between toggling to let the system register the change
Signs you need professional help
- If you have gone through all the steps and Digital Wellbeing still will not enforce your limits, the app may need to be reinstalled from scratch or your phone may need a system update. Give us a call and we will check if there is a deeper issue.
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