# Freedom Help Center

> Help center for Freedom

## Set Up

- [How to get started with Freedom](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385673-how-to-get-started-with-freedom.md): A quick start guide on how to start using Freedom to block apps and websites
- [How to sign up for Freedom](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1773573-how-to-sign-up-for-freedom.md): This article explains how to sign up for Freedom.
- [How to add devices to Freedom](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347479-how-to-add-devices-to-freedom.md): This article provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to add devices to your Freedom account.
- [How to Create or Edit a blocklist](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347471-how-to-create-or-edit-a-blocklist.md): This article provides instructions on how to create a blocklist, and add or remove sites from your blocklists via our online dashboard.
- [Adding custom websites to a blocklist](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1802814-adding-custom-websites-to-a-blocklist.md): This article describes how to add a custom list of websites to your blocklists from your dashboard and the mobile app.
- [How to start a block session](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1773666-how-to-start-a-block-session.md): This article describes how to start a block session on Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS devices.
- [Ending a block session](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1776713-ending-a-block-session.md): Here are some ways to end your Freedom block session
- [Start Later and Recurring Sessions](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4619932-start-later-and-recurring-sessions.md): This article describes two ways to schedule a block session in advance.
- [How to Edit a Block Session](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/2118484-how-to-edit-a-block-session.md): This article provides instructions on how to edit sessions, as well as information on what and what cannot be edited with block sessions.
- [How to set up an always active schedule](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6128177-how-to-set-up-an-always-active-schedule.md): This article explains how to set up a 24/7 recurring schedule. We call these “always active” schedules.
- [Freedom for Families](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/5266497-freedom-for-families.md): This guide helps parents and caregivers set up Freedom to regulate screen time and help with digital wellness.
- [How to block email](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/5624918-how-to-block-email.md): This article provides an overview of how to use Freedom to block email across all platforms
- [How to block all websites with Freedom](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347477-how-to-block-all-websites-with-freedom.md): This article provides a step-by-step walkthrough of how to block all websites with Freedom.
- [Locked Mode](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1802927-locked-mode.md): This article describes Locked Mode and how to use it
- [How to edit your devices](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/2641695-how-to-edit-your-devices.md): How to rename and delete your devices.
- [How to prevent uninstallation of the Freedom app](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6116638-how-to-prevent-uninstallation-of-the-freedom-app.md): This article outlines the different ways to prevent deleting or uninstalling the Freedom app on Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.
- [Freedom Session History](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/2273960-freedom-session-history.md): Information about your Freedom session history.
- [Freedom and the Pomodoro Technique](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4252676-freedom-and-the-pomodoro-technique.md): This article describes how to set up Freedom for use with the Pomodoro technique.
- [How to Use Session Breaks](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/15170482-how-to-use-session-breaks.md): This article explains how to use Freedom's Session Breaks feature.
- [How to install Freedom for Android](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523583-how-to-install-freedom-for-android.md): This article describes how to set Freedom up on Android
- [Android Blocklist and Session Set Up](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4581989-android-blocklist-and-session-set-up.md): This article explains how to set up a block session on Android.
- [Freedom for Android app options explained](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6350161-freedom-for-android-app-options-explained.md): This article provides a detailed explanation of the options in our Android app.
- [How to Block Apps on Android](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523612-how-to-block-apps-on-android.md): This article provides instructions for enabling app-blocking and adding apps to your blocklists
- [Freedom for Android Supported Browsers](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523615-freedom-for-android-supported-browsers.md): These are the browsers compatible with Freedom for Android. If there's a browser you would like to see on this list, just let us know!
- [How to restore your Premium subscription purchase on iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6125796-how-to-restore-your-premium-subscription-purchase-on-ios.md): This article describes how to connect your iOS App Store purchase to your Freedom account.
- [Freedom for iOS app options explained](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6350166-freedom-for-ios-app-options-explained.md): This article provides a detailed explanation of the options in our iOS app.
- [How to Install Freedom for iPhone or iPad](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523633-how-to-install-freedom-for-iphone-or-ipad.md): Follow this guide to install and configure the Freedom app on your iPhone or iPad, including how to enable blocking tools and permissions.
- [How to set app exceptions on iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7874093-how-to-set-app-exceptions-on-ios.md): In this article you'll learn how to adjust Screen Time settings to exclude certain apps from being blocked
- [How to uninstall Freedom for iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347492-how-to-uninstall-freedom-for-ios.md): This article provides instructions on how to uninstall the Freedom app from your iPhone or iPad.
- [How to Block Apps on iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529699-how-to-block-apps-on-ios.md): This article provides instructions on how to block apps on iOS with Freedom.
- [App Blocking for iOS 15 and older- Airplane Mode Fix](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3625673-app-blocking-for-ios-15-and-older-airplane-mode-fix.md): This article describes why certain apps are difficult to block, and suggests a potential solution.
- [Freedom for iOS FAQ](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347476-freedom-for-ios-faq.md): This article provides answers to commonly asked questions about the Freedom app on iOS
- [How to turn your iPhone into a dumb phone](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7959751-how-to-turn-your-iphone-into-a-dumb-phone.md)
- [The Freedom Profile \(VPN\) Explained](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/8283287-the-freedom-profile-vpn-explained.md): This article explains the Freedom Profile \(VPN\) and how it will affect your block sessions
- [How Freedom Blocks Apps and Websites on iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/14596751-how-freedom-blocks-apps-and-websites-on-ios.md): In this article, you’ll learn how Freedom blocks apps and websites on iOS using two different methods.
- [How to install Freedom on your Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347468-how-to-install-freedom-on-your-mac.md): This guide walks you through how to install, launch, and run Freedom on your Mac.
- [Freedom for Mac Desktop Menu Options Explained](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385703-freedom-for-mac-desktop-menu-options-explained.md): This article provides a detailed explanation of the menu items for the Freedom Mac desktop app.
- [How to block apps on Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385700-how-to-block-apps-on-mac.md): This article provides instructions for blocking desktop apps on Mac
- [Mac Website Exceptions](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/2347720-mac-website-exceptions.md): This article explains how to use our Website Exceptions feature on your Mac
- [Freedom and Local Software Development Environments on Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385716-freedom-and-local-software-development-environments-on-mac.md): This article provides tips for making sure that Freedom and your Local Software Development Environment work together.
- [How to Uninstall Freedom from your Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385718-how-to-uninstall-freedom-from-your-mac.md): Here is how to completely remove the Freedom app from your Mac Computer.
- [How to install Freedom on your Windows computer](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347469-how-to-install-freedom-on-your-windows-computer.md): This guide explains how to install, launch, and run Freedom on a Windows PC.
- [Freedom for Windows Desktop Menu Options Explained](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523544-freedom-for-windows-desktop-menu-options-explained.md): This articles provides a detailed explanation of the menu items for our Windows desktop app.
- [How to block apps on Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523572-how-to-block-apps-on-windows.md): This article provides an in-depth walkthrough for blocking desktop apps on the Freedom Windows app.
- [Windows Website Exceptions](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3279496-windows-website-exceptions.md): This article explains how to add website exceptions with Freedom Website Exceptions
- [Freedom and Local Software Development Environments on Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523574-freedom-and-local-software-development-environments-on-windows.md): This article provides tips for making sure that Freedom and your Local Software Development Environment work together.
- [Windows Manual Proxy Exceptions](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523573-windows-manual-proxy-exceptions.md): This article provides detailed instructions of how to manually set up proxy exceptions on Windows.
- [How to uninstall Freedom for Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523582-how-to-uninstall-freedom-for-windows.md): This article provides detailed instructions on how to uninstall Freedom from your Windows computer.
- [How to use Pause](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3149199-how-to-use-pause.md): How to use the Pause extension to keep you free from distracting websites, even outside of block sessions.
- [How to use Insight](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3149108-how-to-use-insight.md): How to use Freedom's Insight browser extension to track your browsing and see where you're spending your time online.
- [How to use Limit](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3148951-how-to-use-limit.md): How to use Freedom's Limit extension to create time limits for your most distracting sites.
- [Freedom Browser Extension](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347519-freedom-browser-extension.md): This article gives a brief explanation of the main Freedom extension and provides installation instructions.
- [Using Freedom on ChromeOS and Linux](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3335825-using-freedom-on-chromeos-and-linux.md): This article explains how to use Freedom's Chrome extension to block websites on ChromeOS and Linux.

## Troubleshooting

- [How to block Facebook and Instagram on iOS 15 and older](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4959128-how-to-block-facebook-and-instagram-on-ios-15-and-older.md): This article describes how to block Facebook and Instagram on older iOS devices, and provides some tips for helping it work better.
- [Freedom for iOS Troubleshooting](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529937-freedom-for-ios-troubleshooting.md): This article provides instructions on what to do if Freedom is not working as expected on iOS and links to articles with more information
- [Ensuring Freedom is Active on iOS](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529936-ensuring-freedom-is-active-on-ios.md): This article explains how to ensure Freedom remains active on your iOS device so that scheduled block sessions start and end reliably.
- [Freedom Troubleshooting for Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529907-freedom-troubleshooting-for-mac.md): This article provides in-depth troubleshooting steps for the Freedom Mac app.
- [Ensuring Freedom is active on your Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529908-ensuring-freedom-is-active-on-your-mac.md): This article explains what to do if Freedom doesn’t seem to be active on your Mac device.
- [Non-Proxy Mode for Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385704-non-proxy-mode-for-mac.md): Some problems with Freedom can be solved by using non-proxy mode. Here's how to set it up.
- [Syncing Freedom on Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4385684-syncing-freedom-on-mac.md): This article provides instructions on how to manually synchronize Freedom on Mac.
- [Supported Browsers for Website Exceptions and Non-Proxy Mode on Mac](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4582083-supported-browsers-for-website-exceptions-and-non-proxy-mode-on-mac.md): When using non-proxy mode or website exceptions, Freedom only works in specific browsers. This article outlines browser compatibility.
- [Freedom for Android Troubleshooting](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529927-freedom-for-android-troubleshooting.md): Information and links to various help documents to help troubleshoot issues on Android.
- [Ensuring Freedom is active on Android](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4637127-ensuring-freedom-is-active-on-android.md): This article provides a walkthrough of how to make sure Freedom is running on your Android device.
- [Android Battery Optimization Settings](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523596-android-battery-optimization-settings.md): This article describes how to make sure Freedom has the battery access it needs to work on Android.
- [How to Disable Battery Optimization for Freedom on Android Devices](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/14224731-how-to-disable-battery-optimization-for-freedom-on-android-devices.md): In this article, you'll learn common steps for disabling battery optimization for apps like Freedom on Android devices
- [Freedom Troubleshooting for Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529917-freedom-troubleshooting-for-windows.md): This article provides in-depth troubleshooting steps for our Windows Freedom app.
- [Ensuring Freedom is active on Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529922-ensuring-freedom-is-active-on-windows.md): This article explains what to do if Freedom doesn’t seem to be active on your Windows device.
- [Non-Proxy Mode for Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4523542-non-proxy-mode-for-windows.md): This article explains the Non-Proxy mode setting for Freedom
- [Supported Browsers for Website Exceptions and Non-Proxy Mode on Windows](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4582061-supported-browsers-for-website-exceptions-and-non-proxy-mode-on-windows.md): When using non-proxy mode or website exceptions, Freedom only works in specific browsers. This article outlines browser compatibility.
- [Troubleshooting Session Start/Stop Issues](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347494-troubleshooting-session-start-stop-issues.md): This article provides troubleshooting steps to fix issues with starting or stopping block sessions

## Account

- [Managing your Freedom subscription](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4623411-managing-your-freedom-subscription.md): This article provides detailed instructions on how to manage your Freedom subscription, change your plan, or cancel your subscription.
- [Freedom Subscription and Billing FAQ](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4530040-freedom-subscription-and-billing-faq.md): Frequently asked questions about your Freedom subscription and account.
- [How to edit your profile information](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529978-how-to-edit-your-profile-information.md): This article explains how to change your Freedom account email address, time zone, or clock type.
- [How to reset your Freedom account password](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4529948-how-to-reset-your-freedom-account-password.md): This article explains how to reset your password.
- [Managing Freedom Session Notification Emails](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/2350336-managing-freedom-session-notification-emails.md): In this article you’ll learn more about Freedom session notification emails and how to opt out.
- [Mobile App Free Trial FAQs](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/8648447-mobile-app-free-trial-faqs.md): This article answers frequently asked questions about Freedom's iOS App Store and Google Play Store free trials
- [How to delete your account](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/11165071-how-to-delete-your-account.md): This article explains how to delete your Freedom account
- [What's Included in Free and Premium Plans?](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/13764747-what-s-included-in-free-and-premium-plans.md): Freedom offers both a free account tier and a premium subscription to help you block distractions and focus on what matters most. This article explains exactly what features are included in each plan.

## General Questions

- [How to contact support](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/4530131-how-to-contact-support.md): This article explains how to contact Freedom customer support.
- [How to review Freedom](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/3779214-how-to-review-freedom.md): Here is how you can leave us a rating in the iOS App Store, Google Play Store, or Chrome Store.
- [Freedom Affiliate Program](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347500-freedom-affiliate-program.md): This article provides an explanation of our affiliate program and provides instructions on how to sign up as an affiliate.
- [Freedom for Teams FAQ](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/6076734-freedom-for-teams-faq.md): This article describes how to utilize Freedom for your team, class, or organization.
- [Gift Subscriptions](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347506-gift-subscriptions.md): This article provides information on our Gift Subscription service and how to purchase or redeem a gift subscription
- [How to use your Freedom guest pass](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/10761571-how-to-use-your-freedom-guest-pass.md): This article explains how to use the guest pass feature and how to redeem a code if you receive one.
- [Submit a Product Request](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1647512-submit-a-product-request.md): This article provides information on how best to share your feedback on features you'd like to see added to Freedom.
- [Freedom Privacy Questions and Answers](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/1347493-freedom-privacy-questions-and-answers.md): This article provides detailed answers to common questions about how Freedom works and addresses questions regarding Freedom and privacy.
- [Freedom for Android release notes](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7020262-freedom-for-android-release-notes.md)
- [Freedom for iOS release notes](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7020261-freedom-for-ios-release-notes.md)
- [Freedom for Windows release notes](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7020254-freedom-for-windows-release-notes.md)
- [Freedom for Mac release notes](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7020249-freedom-for-mac-release-notes.md)

## How to block common apps and websites

- [How to Block X \(Twitter\)](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7880686-how-to-block-x-twitter.md)
- [How to Block YouTube](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7880639-how-to-block-youtube.md)
- [How to Block TikTok](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7880522-how-to-block-tiktok.md)
- [How to Block Facebook](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7880516-how-to-block-facebook.md)
- [How to Block Instagram](https://support.freedom.to/en/articles/7880433-how-to-block-instagram.md)