65% of 4th graders can't read proficiently

Every Screen Unlock Is a Reading Lesson

Your kid wants TikTok. You want them reading. Block makes them earn screen time by reading aloud. No more fights. Real progress.

No credit card required. Cancel anytime.

7+ hrs

Average daily screen time for teens

65%

Of 4th graders read below grade level

$200+

Monthly cost of reading tutors

What If Screen Time Made Them Smarter?

Block turns the thing they're addicted to into daily reading practice. 10 unlocks a day = 10 reading lessons they actually do.

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Read to Unlock

Read this sentence aloud to earn 30 minutes:

"The determined scientist discovered a breakthrough in her laboratory."

Set Up Once. Reading Practice Forever.

1

Pick the Apps They're Addicted To

Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Roblox, Fortnite - whatever they can't put down. Those are the apps that now require reading.

2

They Read Aloud to Unlock

Open blocked app → read a sentence → AI validates real reading → app unlocks. No shortcuts. No faking. They actually read.

3

Watch Reading Scores Climb

Your dashboard shows reading level, accuracy, problem words, and progress over time. Know exactly where they stand.

Not Another Parental Control App

Other apps just block. Block makes them learn.

Feature
Other Apps
Block
Blocks distracting apps
Time limits
Screen time reports
Requires productive activity to unlock
Tracks reading progress
Adapts to child's level
Makes screen time educational

Built for Real Results

Can't Be Bypassed

Voice AI validates actual reading. Mumbling, skipping words, or having someone else read doesn't work.

Adaptive Difficulty

Starts at their level, gets harder as they improve. Struggling readers build confidence. Advanced readers stay challenged.

Track Every Word

See words per minute, accuracy %, struggling words, and reading level over time.

You Set the Rules

1 sentence for 15 minutes or 5 for an hour. Reading before 8am or only after homework. You decide.

Block Any App

Social media, games, video apps - if they're addicted to it, you can require reading first.

Parent Dashboard

See total screen time, reading sessions, progress trends, and detailed analytics.

Parents Are Seeing Real Change

"My son went from fighting me about reading to asking if he can unlock YouTube. Same kid, totally different attitude."

Sarah M.

Mom of 2, Texas

"Her teacher noticed improvement within weeks. She's reading 2 grade levels higher now and doesn't even realize she's practicing."

Michael R.

Dad of 1, California

"We tried Bark, Qustodio, Screen Time - none of them solved the problem. Block actually makes her do something productive."

Jennifer L.

Mom of 3, Florida

"Worth every penny. I was paying $180/month for tutoring. This is cheaper and he's reading MORE because it's tied to his games."

David K.

Dad of 2, New York

Less Than a Coffee a Day

Tutors cost $50-100/hour. Block costs less than $1/day and works every time they pick up their phone.

Solo

For one child

$19.99/month
  • 1 child profile
  • Unlimited unlocks
  • All apps blockable
  • Full progress dashboard
  • Reading + Math modes
  • Email support
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BEST VALUE

Family

For the whole family

$29.99/month
  • Up to 5 children
  • Unlimited unlocks
  • All apps blockable
  • Full progress dashboard
  • Reading + Math modes
  • Priority support
  • Family leaderboards
  • Custom unlock rules
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Annual

Family plan, billed yearly

$249/year

Save $110 (31% off)

  • Everything in Family
  • Up to 5 children
  • 2 months free
  • Lock in price forever
  • Priority support
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All plans include a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime.

Common Questions

Can my kid just mumble or have someone else read?

No. Our AI validates that words are pronounced correctly and at a natural reading pace. Mumbling, skipping words, or having a sibling read won't unlock the app.

What if my kid is a struggling reader?

Block adapts to their level. It starts with simpler sentences and gradually increases difficulty as they improve. Struggling readers build confidence with achievable wins.

Does this work on iPhone?

Android is available now. iOS is coming soon - Apple's restrictions require a different approach, but we're working on it.

Can my kid just uninstall the app?

Block uses Device Administrator permissions. Kids can't uninstall without your PIN. If they try, you get notified.

How is this different from Bark or Qustodio?

Those apps just block or monitor. Block makes kids DO something productive to earn screen time. It's the only parental control that actually improves reading.

Is there a free option?

We offer a 7-day free trial. After that, plans start at $19.99/month. Building AI-powered reading assessment isn't cheap, but it's still less than one hour of tutoring.

Turn Their Addiction Into Their Education

Every day they pick up their phone 50+ times. That's 50 chances to read. Start your free trial and watch their reading level climb.

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No credit card required. Cancel anytime.