You can choose apps and websites to block with Opal using our Block List and Allow List feature. This feature was previously called our App Group feature; if you see an option in your app to create an App Group, please update to the newest version of the app here. Once that is complete, the Block List and Allow List feature will enable you to create a preset list of apps that Opal can block or allow during a Session, App Limit, or App Lock. To set up a New Block List or a new Allow List, take the following steps:

• Open the Opal app
• Tap on the "Blocks" tab
• Tap on the "+" icon in the top right corner
• Select your Session Type
• Tap on "Apps Blocked"
• If you already have preset Groups, click the "Switch" button to change or tap on "New Block List" or "New Allow List"
• Select the apps and websites you want to include in this "New Block List" or "New Allow List"
• Rename the App Group by clicking the adjacent pen icon
• Toggle on or off "Adult Blocking" based on your preference

I want to edit or delete an existing Block List or Allow List!

If you would like to edit or delete a Block List or Allow List, follow these steps:

• Open the Opal app
• Tap on the "Blocks" tab
• Select any Session
• Tap "Edit" beside "Selected Apps"
• Tap on "Apps Blocked"
• Rename the App Group by clicking the adjacent pen icon
• Toggle on or off "Adult Blocking" based on your preference

If you'd prefer to delete the Block List or Allow List, instead click the "Delete" option at the bottom of the screen. Please note that you are unable to edit or delete a Block List or Allow List that is currently part of an active Session. If you'd like to edit or delete a Block List or Allow List that's in an active Session, you must wait until the Session ends.

What Apps/Websites can be Blocked or Allowed?

When you select apps and websites to add to a Block List or Allow List, you will see the App Picker screen above, where you can select from a pre-made list of apps and websites. This list is generated by Apple's Screen Time, and Opal does not have control over what is included. However, all apps on your phone and websites you use frequently on the native Safari web app should be included. Please note that websites you browse frequently via third party apps (such as Chrome, Opera GX, or others) will not be listed. If you cannot find specific apps or websites to add to your Block List in the Apple generated list, we recommend instead setting up an Allow List.

How many Apps/Websites can I add to a Block List or Allow List?

You can add up to 49 apps and websites to a Block List or Allow List. There is a counter that will let you know how many more you can add to a specific group.

That's it! If you're having any troubles finding a specific app or website to add to your Block List or Allow List, please head here. If your app is crashing when you tap the Other category, please head here. If you're having any further troubles with your Block List or Allow List, please follow the troubleshooting steps here.