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How to Check Your Usage with Android Digital Wellbeing

Tap each step to see how to use Digital Wellbeing on Android.

  1. Open Settings β†’ Digital Wellbeing & parental controls

    Open the Settings app and tap "Digital Wellbeing & parental controls."

  2. Check today's usage on the dashboard

    A pie chart on the dashboard shows at a glance how long you've looked at your screen today and which apps you used most.

  3. Set a "timer" on a specific app

    Choose an app from the list and set a daily time limit (timer) for it.

  4. Pause distracting apps with "Focus Mode"

    During times you need to concentrate, temporarily pause selected apps to block their notifications and use.

  5. Why is this useful?

    You can notice app habits you fall into without realizing it, and set limits when you want to rein in your phone use.

The Dashboard Often Reveals a Surprise

Before changing anything, it is worth simply glancing at the dashboard for a few days. Seeing exactly which app is eating the most time β€” often one you didn't expect β€” is usually the real wake-up call, more than any limit you set afterward.

Focus Mode Is Great for Short Bursts of Concentration

Unlike a daily timer, Focus Mode is meant for short, deliberate stretches β€” studying, working, or a meal without a phone nearby. Turning it on and off around specific tasks tends to work better than trying to enforce one rule all day long.

Frequently Asked Questions

Once the timer runs out, is the app blocked completely?

The app icon grays out and its use is restricted, but you can choose an option like "more time today" to temporarily extend the limit if you need to.

Can the screen switch to grayscale automatically at bedtime?

Yes, setting up "Bedtime mode" turns the screen grayscale and turns on Do Not Disturb at the time you choose, which helps cut down on phone use before sleep.