Visual Pace Ring
Children watch their remaining daily allowance wind down smoothly on an intuitive progress ring. No hidden counters or surprise shut-offs.
VISUAL PARENTING FOR KIDS
Screen Time App for Kids That Feels Fair, Not Punishing
PaceOut gives children a live visual pace ring so they see remaining screen time throughout the day with clear warnings before supported limits are applied.
- Free to download
- Quick 2-min setup
- No card required
Requires iOS 17.0+ on iPhone & iPad · watchOS 10.0+ for Apple Watch
CHILD-CENTRIC DESIGN
Why Children Respond Better to PaceOut
A visible daily rhythm can make the next transition easier to understand.
Predictable Color Stages
Status colors change from vibrant Green to Amber and Calm Break as time draws short. Children naturally anticipate the end of screen time.
Evening Wind-Down
Set evening windows where device access gently transitions into bedtime routines. No late-night phone negotiations required.
SIMPLE 3-STEP FLOW
How PaceOut Works for Children & Parents
Set the rhythm once, link devices securely, and let the pace stay clear.
Set Parent Rhythm
Parents open PaceOut to set daily allowances (e.g., 2 hours on weekdays) and select broad app categories to pace, such as Games, Social, Video, or Messaging.
Connect Child Device
Scan the secure family invite QR code on your child's iPhone or iPad. PaceOut links devices through Apple's official Family Controls framework and iCloud family sharing.
Children Own Their Pace
Your child sees their live daily pace ring whenever they unlock their device. They know exactly how much time remains and learn to pace their own entertainment.
Calm Transitions
Calm Wrap-Up & Break Screens
When daily allowance is completed, PaceOut transitions into a calm break state. Children see clear status messaging and know exactly when screen time resumes or bedtime begins.
CORE CAPABILITIES
Built for Calm, Everyday Parenting
Transparent features designed for Apple families.
Free for One Child
Includes 1 child profile, daily allowance pacing, broad category selection, and bedtime wind-down windows.
PaceOut Premium · optional annual subscription
Unlocks up to 5 child profiles, Remote Pause & Add Time (+15 min) when devices sync, 7-day history, split bedtimes, Apple Watch complications, and Siri Shortcuts.
Privacy First
PaceOut does not read or store specific app names, browsing history, or private messages. Built strictly with Apple Family Controls.
Platform Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.0 or later on iPhone and iPad; watchOS 10.0 or later for Apple Watch integration.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers about how PaceOut supports children and parents.
Why do traditional screen time limits cause arguments?
Standard parental controls abruptly lock the screen without warning when time expires. This sudden cutoff creates frustration. PaceOut shows kids a live visual pace ring so they see time winding down naturally.
Does my child need to create an account?
Children do not create an independent PaceOut account or provide an email address in the current flow. A parent creates the family relationship and shares a secure invite; the child-facing device can then receive the family information needed for the experience. Read the child privacy explanation for what may be visible to a parent.
Does PaceOut monitor private messages or browser history?
No. PaceOut relies on Apple's official Family Controls framework to pace broad categories (Games, Social, Video, Messaging). In the current app architecture, specific app titles, messages, and browsing history remain on the child's device.
Is PaceOut free for kids?
Yes. The Free plan supports 1 child profile with daily allowance pacing, category selection, and a basic bedtime wind-down window. Premium is optional.
Parent → ring → child
Give the next moment a little more room.
Download PaceOut free on the App Store and start with a clear daily rhythm.
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