Blocking apps with Focus Modes: the dream finally comes true thanks to Jomo. That’s right — you can now block apps whenever a Focus Mode is turned on, whether manually or automatically. It’s like having a real Do Not Disturb mode.

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How can I block apps with Do Not Disturb, Sleep, or Work?

To block apps when a Focus Mode is activated, you need to link it with a Jomo Focus Mode, so your app blocking is synced with your iPhone’s state.

On iPhone / iPad 

1. Open Jomo.  
2. Tap + > Recurring Session.  
3. In Block: choose what you want to block. In Active: choose Always-On.  
4. Don’t save — tap Add to Templates.  

5. Open your iPhone Settings.  
6. Tap Focus.  
7. Choose the Focus Mode you want.  
8. Scroll down and tap Add Filter.  
9. Choose Jomo > Start a session during this focus.  
10. Select your template.  
11. Tap Add.  

On Mac

1. Open Jomo.  
2. Click + New Rule.  
3. In Block: choose what you want to block. In Active: choose Always-On.  
4. Don’t save — click Add to Templates.  

5. Open your Mac Settings.  
6. Click Focus.  
7. Choose the Focus Mode you want.  
8. Scroll down and click Add Filter.  
9. Choose Jomo > Start a session during this focus.  
10. Select your template.  
11. Confirm.  

How can I block apps on both Mac and iPhone / iPad at the same time?

To sync your Focus Modes and block apps across all devices, turn on Share Across Devices in the Focus section of Settings — on every device. Make sure to create your templates on each device, as they’re not stored in the cloud.

How do I remove the Jomo integration?

1. Go to Settings > Focus.  
2. Open the Focus Mode page.  
3. Scroll down and tap Remove Filter.

Updated on: 18/07/2025