Open TimeLimit

Open TimeLimit is an open-source Android application for controlling when selected apps may be used. It belongs to the System Tools category because it manages app access and usage time on the device. The app is intended for people who want to organize app use around defined periods or total time limits.

Apps can be placed into categories, with separate allowed periods for each category. A category can be blocked during specified times, which can help prevent activities such as playing games during those periods. Rules can also set a total usage allowance for one day or for several days. Different rules may be combined, such as a daily access period together with a total limit covering a weekend.

Open TimeLimit includes an extra-time option for occasional extended use. Limits can also be turned off temporarily, including for an hour or for a full day. The app supports multiple user profiles for shared devices, with separate settings and time counters for each profile. Profiles can be designated as parents or children, with parent profiles unrestricted and able to select another profile as the current user.

Open TimeLimit is distributed for Android through MirrorNest. MirrorNest stores a direct mirror of the official build on its own storage and scans it for malware before publishing it. Its open-source license suits users who prefer software whose source is available, while its System Tools classification reflects its focus on managing app usage rather than providing general entertainment or content.